Howdy everyone ~
I am 31 years old and have been TTC for almost 4 years. I have PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and by God’s will had my first son without med’s (we had given up). Well, I am just beside myself trying to have another child. I have been on all type of medicines and got everything regulated for a bit, but nothing happened. My husband was tested and he past with flying colors so I know it’s the PCOS.
Well, to get on with it, I was doing some research on the web and found that most people who have PCOS also are insulin-resilient. I have an appt with an Endocrinologist on July 2nd for a consultation. My husband and I have already agreed if this does not work, we are moving onto ovary drilling. I read that after ovary drilling, pregnancy within first 3 months is at 80%.
Has anyone else with PCSO been diagnosed as insulin resilient and did it make a difference in pregnancy. ALSO, has anyone had ovary drilling?
Thanks for your thoughts!!
Thankfully I have not had a similar problem as PCOS but I do have insulin resistence and my doctor put me on Glucophage which is also helpful for people that have PCOS and it helps you to ovulate regularly. Ask your MD about it. Best of luck
PCOS is very hard to deal with. I was diagnosed with it several years ago. I have two wonderful blessings that God sent into my life. They were not easy to achieve and most babies are not easy with PCOS. It is a hard road to go down. I am insulin resistant. I am on glucophage to help combat this. I have noticed some improvement in my over all being since being on this. I'm glad you're going to an endochrinologist! Many don't realize this IS an endochrine disorder. Does your doctor have you on prometrium and estrogen schedules to try to boost your fertility?
As far as ovarian well drilling...be careful! You have one child that God graced you with... have you considered adoption as an alternative? I know not everyone is open for it. We were 2 days away from our homestudy when I found out I was pregnant for the second time. I had reconciled myself to the fact that the 2nd time wasn't going to happen. I am someone who is very open to adoption, but mostly because I have 4 siblings that are adopted. It's a wonderful experience. If you want to keep in touch, please feel free to respond. I know how hard PCOS can be, side effects and all. It's something that can devestate parts of your life when it's out of control and make you feel resentful towards your own body. But you aren't alone in your struggles. If you need an ear, I'll listen!
Shortly after the birth of my first son, I was diagnosed with PCOS. My doctor told me that he was suprised that I even got pregnant with my first one, and that a second one was going to be difficult to conceive.
I finished my Associates Degree and moved 2 1/2 hours from my husband to finish my Teaching Degree (with our 4 year old, my husband stayed with our landscaping business). We bought another house, furnished it, and 3 weeks later found out that baby #2 was coming!!!! The timing was HORRIBLE but I believe that everything happens for a reason! I probably wouldn't do the drilling procedure, or at least get a second opinion before doing anything that drastic.
As a side note: baby #2 was born 4 minutes into my first son's birthday, five years later! The Lord works in mysterious ways! Good luck! God Bless.
I have PCOS and much like you, #1 was a surprise. I had just gotten diagnosed w/ PCOS and we'd given up hope. Then WHAM, I was pregnant. I'm on Metforim XR and it's helping. I'm also trying Clomid. Cycle #1 was a bust, but my OB seems happy w/ the way my ultrasound looked this cycle. So we're hoping for something good.
I've never heard of ovarian drilling, but it sounds pretty scary. I'd avoid it!
Jodi-
I too was diagnosed and went to 3 different doctors to get opinions. One doctor did suggest the ovarian drilling procedure. I ended up going back to the original doctor and asked about it. She told me that ovarian drilling is for absolutely the last thing to try, because it can hurt more than it helps. There is scar tissue that can be worse than the cysts. She suggested to try the insulin resistant diet. Lots of protein, less carbs.
With the diet, exercise and the help of injections, we did conceive within 3 months. I am now the happy mother of twins.
It's a long, hard road to follow. We tried for almost 3 years before getting prego. It's not an easy thing to do. Best thing is to stay close to your partner, share with each other your concerns and decide on how to approach it together.
Hope this helps.
