When you are first diagnosed it can be so confusing. Some doctors will take the time and go over it in detail and some doctors will hand everything over to their nurse and in turn hand you a bunch of paperwork that just confuses you even more! So what do you do? Where do you start? First let's calm down and figure out some things!
Did your doctor explain
everything clearly?
Did you ask questions?
Did your doctor answer all your
questions?
Are you comfortable with your
doctor?
If you answered to no to most
of this then it is best you call your doctor and get your answer or get a 2nd
opinion.
Quick PCOS Basics
The following links below will provide you with the answers
you need to kick start your journey with PCOS. What to do with your diagnosis,
figuring out what type of PCOS you have (because there are different types and
levels), the type of labs that you would need to make sure you manage your PCOS
correctly, what to do if you have insulin resistance, Adrenal Gland issues, and
lastly a quick supplement list.
CHANGE YOUR DIET
When diagnosed with PCOS most doctors tell you to lose weight
(if you are overweight) or tell you to change your diet due to certain foods
triggering inflammation and PCOS Flare ups. Remember a PCOS symptom is low
grade inflammation. Below you will find basic links to different type of
Lifestyles.....
PREGNANCY
The most common question with PCOS is "Can I still have
children with PCOS? A lot of Doctors will give you the "There is a
slim chance of children" but don't always believe that because we have
seen miracles happen everyday. With the right doctors, diet, and supplements
you can get your body right. Unless there is something completely wrong with
your reproductive system and they diagnose you with a medical reason for not
having children do not give up. Here are a couple of links that you can check
out to help get your body in the place it needs to be.
