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PCOS is a hormonal imbalance involving irregular periods, infertility, and ... more

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All I can say is that I understand your frustration. The only way I have lost any weight...

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Hello! I'm new to this forum and I apologize that I have not had time to read through...

Posted by WitsEndHI

Hello!
I'm new to this forum and I apologize that I have not had time to read through many of the posts, but have done research in the past and read some posts. I haven't seen anyone with a similar issue but I'm sure they are out there.

I'm really hoping someone can help b/c I'm so frustrated and confused... I have been trying to figure out what is REALLY wrong with me for years. I'm sick of treating symptoms and don't feel like anyone is really able to get to the root of problems. I admit it has been very difficult to find a good doctor and it doesn't help that I've moved around and change insurance at least once a year (I'm a business consultant).

My main complaint is fatigue (so bad I sometimes feel like I literally can't get out of the bed), body pain, and weight gain. I've gained a lot of weight since my mid-twenties (like 80 lbs). I was about 110 lbs in my early 20s and for last 10 years I can't seem to get under 190 lbs.

Ok so back to why I'm posting to this forum. Doctors have tested me for a thyroid issue for at least 10 years but nothing ever seemed to show up in lab tests. Finally last year I had more tests which resulting in showing signs of hypothyroidism. I was actually relieved because it seemed to be the root cause of all my symptoms (high blood pressure, weight gain, extreme fatigue, pre-diabetic, Pale, dry skin, A puffy face, Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness (Arthritis), Muscle weakness, Heavier than normal menstrual periods, Depression (been on every type of anti-depressant... Currently I'm on Wellbutrin, Lexapro, Adderall, Lamotrigine, Klonopin... scary isn't it!!!)

I thought finally I can treat one thing which would solve all my problems

So I went to an Endocrinologist, which I had researched and had a lot of good reviews. I even paid out of pocket because I didn't want to waste any more time. So the day comes to see him and he sends me to get a lot more tests. I go back in to get my results and prescribed the miracle cure all medicine finally! Then he tells me he doesn't see hypothyroidism but does see PCOS!!! I said are you sure and he said it showed in the results (not the lab results below). I have to dig those up. Now I feel like I'm starting all over and to make things worse I just moved again (well at least it was to Hawaii

).

I almost forgot to add. I do have a few symptoms of PCOS. I have been having unprotected sex for a few years now and still have not gotten pregnant. This worries me the most since I just turned 40. I guess I have a little extra hair on my face. However, I do NOT have irregular periods. I'm actually very regular since I started having periods (about 10 years old). I've read this is one of the main symptoms. I did have a blocked Fallopian tube at one point that somehow came unblocked a few years ago.

I know I need to see more doctors and I feel like I need to see a Naturopathic MD but I am at my wits' end (see username:)). I have seen some improvement following a more natural holistic approach and even followed macrobiotics for a while.

If you have made it this far I REALLY appreciate it! If you have been through a similar situation, have any advice, etc., please reply

Also here are some lab results:
Cholesterol 214
Trig 173
Ldl 138
Hdl 41
Liver enzymes ok
Esr high 30s
Infection
Ana negative
Folic acid normal
Vit B 12 309 low
Thyroid hyper 1.14 (should be 2 and 4)
Vit D 5 very low

Thanks!
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Thanks for the reply. Now that I've started my new job and insurance Jan 1st I will...

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I'm disappointed because I thought I was going to have all sorts of advice today. I...

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I forgot to mention I was also diagnosed with Sleep Apnea. I'm thinking this is just...

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