Can anyone help? Post op 3 yrs with PCOS

I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and my hubby and I are trying to conceive. Dr put me on progesterone to kickstart my period. I start my first cycle of Clomid, too, once I have a period.

 

Anyone know why PCOS won't go away with WLS? I am 3 yrs RNY post-op, and the symptoms of PCOS are getting stronger.

 

I have regained 30# since surgery, mostly because of giving in to carb cravings and sugar cravings, that I know is my fault, but my Dr said it is largely due to PCOS.

 

Anyone in the same boat?

 

 

Thanks,

 

Beth D 

Have they tested your fasting insulin numbers?  Many women with PCOS are also Insulin Resistant (meaning that their body is resistant to the insulin it produces so you'll have excess insulin floating around in your blood stream).  You may also benefit from taking Metformin as it helps the body become more sensitive to the insulin your body is creating.  I know you crave carbs and ya gotta love PCOS for that but sticking to a low carb/high protein diet may help as well.  Good luck with the Provera/Clomid combo, I hope it works quickly for you!  Also have you posted this on the Post Op Pregnancy board?  There are lots of women who are TTC there and are in the same boat as you (PCOS & all).

Good luck Beth!

I would highly suggest looking into Metformin as well. However, the more carbs you eat the more side effects you have from the metformin (at least that has been my experience). I was dx'd pre-surgery with PCOS and went on to have two successful pregnancies, both while on metformin. In fact one of the warnings on metformin is to use BC if you are concerned about pregnancy.

Also check out soulcysters.com There is a wealth of information there!

Thanks the both of ya!!

 

I called my dr's ofc today and requested info about Metformin!!!

 

Let's pray this is the answer to the terrible carb cravings that are sometimes uncontrollable. Seriously!!

 

I'll keep you all updated! 

 Great job being pro-active. The Metformin aka Glucophage can really help. I was pregnant with my second daughter within 3 months of starting the Metformin. Beware of serious diarhea when you start, if it's bad ask for the extended release formula. Good luck fellow cyster.
Kristin

I just need to add something here. Please understand that I am not trying to be critical, but I think that there is some confusion here.

PCOS is all about insulin resistence. It is inaccurate to say that some with pcos are insulin resistent.

Everyone needs to differentiate between cycstic ovaries and PCOS. They are not the same thing!!!

You can have pcos without having any ovarian cysts. You can have cystic ovaries but not pcos. This is a fundamental understanding among drs who actually specialize in this area. Unfortunately, many drs (internists, FP, GP, even some OB's) do not understand pcos at all.
I was mismanaged for years because my internist didn't know what he was talking about, and my insurance at the time required a referral to see a specialist.

Wendy

Thanks wendy

 

Makes a lot of sense

 

I have kept calling my dr's office, and, of course due to the holidays, they haven't responded. I was wondering why my dr didn't go ahead and prescribe me Glucophage.

 

I'll just keep hounding them

 

I did a lot of research even before I was officially dx's with PCOS, and I DID have cysts, but currently do not since I had laparoscopy done on 11/7. No cysts! Just one clogged tube and the left ovary is lethargic.

 

Thanks and I'll keep everyone informed!