flowerright's interview
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How did all start?
The signs have been there for a long time, but I wasn't diagnosed with PCOS until I had my IUD removed, and months later I still wasn't having a period. Trying to start a family, this posed a problem. Finding the cysts on the ultrasound plus the other telltale symptoms all led to PCOS.
Do you already have a diagnosis? How long did it take you to get it?
I'm very fortunate to have a wonderful OBGYN who listened to my concerns and knew that I needed an answer ASAP. It only took two months from my first visit with her to get the ultimate results.
For what medical specialties have you been treated? What has been the most useful specialty for your?
Right now I have only been prescribed some pills to help induce a period, but my first real treatment is to get healthier and lose weight.
What has been the most useful thing for you so far?
Facebook groups and my husband. Just having a support team, especially with a disease that is so vague, is the most helpful thing. We all can learn from each other when doctors fail us.
What have been your biggest difficulties?
Losing the weight. Trying to learn what works for my body and what doesn't.
How has your social and family environment reacted? Have your social or family relationships changed?
Everyone has been so supportive and loving, and only made us grow closer.
What things have you stopped doing?
I'm trying to stop eating so much sugar and carbs. It's a work in progress.
What do you think about the future?
Hopefully getting to a point where it's possible for us to start trying to have a baby.
So far, which years have been the best years in your life? What have you done during them?
Honestly, despite a lot of difficult times financially, this past year has been great because I married the love of my life and, despite my diagnosis, it gave me the answer to start changing my life.
What would you like to do if you didn’t have your condition?
Have lots of babies!
If you had to describe your life in a sentence, what would it be?
So chaotically wonderful.
Finally, what advice would you give to a person in a similar situation?
Do your own research! And not just WebMD! People are going to be your best source, from Facebook groups to YouTube videos. They're the best resources out there!
