- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Interviews
Mandy's interview
How did all start?
I was 21 when I was officially diagnosed, but I've battled PCOS since I was 10.
Do you already have a diagnosis? How long did it take you to get it?
11 years to get diagnosed.
For what medical specialties have you been treated? What has been the most useful specialty for your?
PCP, Rheumy, Endocrinologist, Pain management
What has been the most useful thing for you so far?
Right medication
What have been your biggest difficulties?
Weight loss
If you had to describe your life in a sentence, what would it be?
Life is a roller coaster.
Finally, what advice would you give to a person in a similar situation?
Get all your hormones tested, get your thyroid tested, get your vitamin levels tested.