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Treatment Options?

A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭
Muncie, IN

I have been seeing my doctor for about a year now. So far, I feel like my treatment plan is not working. I don’t feel like all of my symptoms are being addressed, and I feel like I’m getting the standard ( metformin & birth control) treatment. I don’t feel like my testoerone levels are under control because my acne, body odor, and weight are out of control. I feel sick when I take the metformin & sick when I dont. Over all, I feel like this plan isnt working. What are some other treatment… read more

October 25, 2017
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A myPCOSteam Member

I would bring up all of these symptoms and lack of working to your current doctor. I have had to do this many times, they see hundreds of people every day we need to be proactive in our seeking help...write it down, give it to the doctor. It helps!.

November 1, 2017

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