does i have the Policistic Ovary Syndrome coz the bulimia?
340068
PCOS (Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome) does not cause Bulimia.\n\nIf your hormones don't work in the normal way, your ovaries might make too many eggs. Those eggs turn into many cysts. The cysts (say: "sists") are like little balloons filled with liquid. \n\nPolycystic ovary syndrome is called PCOS for short. Women in their childbearing years can get it. It often begins in the teenage years. It doesn't go away. \n\nDoctors don't know what causes PCOS. If you have PCOS, you may have a problem with the way your body uses blood sugar (glucose). Because of this problem, the hormones that control your ovaries and menstrual periods can become abnormal.\n\nIf you have PCOS, you are more likely to get high blood pressure or diabetes. This means you have a greater risk for strokes and heart attacks. \n\nBecause of irregular menstrual periods, women with PCOS are more likely to be infertile (unable to get pregnant). They may also have a higher risk for cancer of the uterus or breast.\n\nYour doctor will look for the signs of PCOS. Blood tests that measure your hormone levels can help. An ultrasound exam can show if you have cysts on your ovaries. \n\nIf you have PCOS, you might need to lose weight. Medicine can help with your menstrual cycle, abnormal hair growth and acne. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, they have to be treated. If you want to have a baby, there are medicines that may help you get pregnant.
900814
Calm down, take a deep breath.  I am not going to tell you you are wrong for being angry at your family, but I am going to tell you they did not 'give' you this.   \nAs for them 'knowing' are you sure?  Are you 100% positive they KNEW that you had PCOS or cancer?  I doubt they would have let you search for a cause instead of getting a cure for cancer, and as for PCOS, it wasn't really the first thought until the last 15 years or so.\nRather than worry about what they 'did' to you I would worry about getting a dx immediatly, especially since you have the cysts, acne, hirsutism and IR (obesity) that comes with PCOS.\nIt can be treated, it can be managed, and you can live a fairly normal life.  From what you describe it sounds more like PCOS than cancer.  Since you have done much research, as you state, I am not going to go into the other things it could be, it sounds like you might have ruled them out on your own\nFollow the links below for one of my favorite PCOS forums.  You are not alone!!! \nMake and appt with your OB/GYN and take control.  Forgive those in your family who may have wronged your through ignorance.
1126661
Honestly it depends on how much either doctor know about the syndrome.  I would highly recommend you do your own research first.  If you are trying to become pregnant, then I would recommend you see a reproductive endocrinologist.    Have you been diagnosed?  Or are you seeking a diagnosis?    PCOS is not a new syndrome, but most doctors don't know much about it or are ignorant about the treatment.  Here are some great sources online for info....\n\nwww.pcosupport.org\nthey have discussion boards too where you can ask all of us PCOSers any questions that you may have.\n\nwww.soulcysters.net\n\nGood luck in you quest!  It can be very difficult.  If you have any questions feel free to email me.  I will help you out if I can.
543669
I can't find any medical condition called PSAS.  Is it possible that you might mean PCOS?  I can tell you just about anything you would want to know about that, since I was diagnosed with it over two years ago.
800413
http://www.mamashealth.com/bulimia.asp\n\nhttp://whttp://images.google.com/imgres?\n\nimgurl=http://www.anksioznost-depresija.50megs.com/images/bulimia.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.anksioznost-depresija.50megs.com/catalog.html&h=201&w=179&sz=15&hl=en&start=2&tbnid=wviD8GoQLf0F5M:&tbnh=104&tbnw=93&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dbulimia%26svnum%3D10%26hl%3Den%26lr%3D%26sa%3DNww.4woman.gov/faq/Easyread/bulnervosa-etr.htm\n\nI don't see any diagrams that show where in the throat they stick their finger, but they just put it in the back of their throat.
88586
I just wanted to say that my father had gastric bypass last april and I will be having it soon too.  my dad has done great and has lost alot of weight but we just recently found out that now he is bulemic and we are working thru it.  its got alot to do with physcological reasons and everyone reacts different to the surgery.  In his case one eating disorder resolved has turned into another eating disorder.
826604
Bulimia is a serious eating disorder. It is when a person vomits there food or they take laxatives to pass their food quickly. Essential, the person still eats normal meals but then forces themselves to get rid of the food before even digesting. My ex-girlfriend developed this horrible eating disorder while we were dating. She would binge eat and then go to the bathroom to vomit it all up.....it was horrible! She was sick all the time and eventually she had problems with her teeth, the stomach acid was rotting her teeth from vomitting so much. All eating disorders are serious and friends should never let other friend suffer through nasty issues like these. My ex did eventually get help from a medical doctor but it was really hard for her to admit she had a problem.
904313
You sound like you have the beginnings of an eating disorder.  Heard of the condition called "bulimia"? It usually starts with binge eating and then by episodes of vomitting.  It is a psychological disorder.  For more resources on eating disorders, this is an extremely helpful site http://www.eating-disorder-research.com \nYou should get help before you cause further damage to your body.
503217
sounds like your a hippi with an eating disorder.
1086119
you could possibly have PCOS. baldness and irregular periods are two of the symptoms. if you have anything else like severe acne, excess facial hair and really really painful periods, i would get you tested for PCOS if i could. the doc will take all sorts of blood tests to see if that's what's screwing things up. you have to see your doc because if it turns out you do have PCOS, you're at increased risk of being infertile and developing type II diabetes if you don't exercise and eat a low carb, low fat diet. plus your doc will probably have you start birth control to regulate your cycle and prevent abnormal endometrial cells in your uterus from developing. i know it sounds shocking, but it's not a death sentence. a lot of women have PCOS and they have still been able to have kids and stay healthy.
509796
I have a known a few people that have battled bulimia and other eating disorders, including myself. I have really only seen one way to "fix" the whole purging thing, it's not a good fix but it is atleast more productive than shoving your finger down your throat...\n Most people that purge are really looking for some kind of control over their life and this is a sub-conscious way of acheving it, so find a different way of "controlling" your mind and your life is the key. Most of the people I know that have battled this condition have really only gotten out of that mind set by basically purging the negative energy a different way, almost always through intense exercise. While this basically has the same effect on you if you don't eat, you usally find that the workout and improvement becomes more important than being super-thin and in the end they all ended up not bulimic and a lot more attractive, and not to mention in better shape and happier, than when they were bulimic.\n\nThis mnd set usually comes with a lot of gifts to like a very high mental and physical pain tollerance, kind of a no brainer, as well as above average IQ and emotional IQ.\n\nHope that helps, good luck. It is not an easy fight.
274839
I too have PCOS. I've talked to my OBGYN and she said that Im very fertile. They put me on birth control pills which really seemed to help
679708
I suffer from this too.  I was also told to keep an eye on my weight, so did more exercise and started eating more healthily. If you're finding that you're not managing to lose weight then it might be worth seeing your doctor/dietician to get some advice.  I was told that I'd still be able to have children, just that I might need to take some hormone supplements when trying to conceive.  Try not to worry hun, it's a really common problem and I know loads of people who have it and have managed to have children.\n\nWendy\nx
818225
Dont know what that pain could be..maybe an ulcer. I wanted to let you know that IBS is more common among women with PCOS. So, it's very possible that you do have PCOS. I recommend visiting this message board to ask all your PCOS quesitons. Maybe someone there has an idea about this pain. As far as I know, it isnt directly related to PCOS. Good luck. http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-bhpcos?redirCnt=1
1092131
Bulimia (say “boo-LEE-mee-uh”) is a type of eating disorder. People with bulimia will eat a large amount of food in a short time (binge). Then they will do something to get rid of the food (purge). They may vomit, exercise too much, or use medicines like laxatives. \n\nPeople who have bulimia may binge because food gives them a feeling of comfort. But eating too much makes them feel out of control. After they binge, they feel ashamed, guilty, and afraid of gaining weight. This causes them to purge. \n\nWithout treatment, this “binge and purge” cycle can lead to serious, long-term health problems. Acid in the mouth from vomiting can cause tooth decay, gum disease, and loss of tooth enamel. Any type of purging can lead to bone thinning (osteoporosis), kidney damage, heart problems, or even death\n\nAll eating disorders are complex problems, and experts do not really know what causes them. But they may be caused by a mix of family history, social factors, and personality traits. You may be more likely to have bulimia if: \n\nOther people in your family are obese, have an eating disorder, or have a mood disorder such as depression or anxiety. \nYou have a job or do a sport that stresses body size, such as ballet, modeling, or gymnastics. \nYou are the type of person who tries to be perfect all the time, never feels good enough, or worries a lot. \nYou are dealing with stressful life events, such as divorce, moving to a new town or school, or losing a loved one.
425737
I have a condition called PCOS (Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome) it is tied with hyperinsulinemia. I take 500mg of glucophage everyday also know as metphormin. I would consult your DR. It sounds like you may or may not have PCOS. Your DR should test your insulin levels and hormone levels to see if you have a hormonal or insulin imbalance. If it isnt PCOS keep pushing him/her to find out what is going on with you. I was lucky to find out about it when I was 12 because now I still have a good chance of getting pregnant and my PCOS was able to be held at stage 1 since i began treatment so soon. So my top suggestion would be GO TO THE DR!!!!!!
882861
It sounds like PCOS to me. It is a myth that PCOS is all about having cysts on your ovaries. Only about half the women with PCOS have them.Your best bet at getting answers is seeing a reproductive endocrinologist. You only need to show one symptoms of PCOS in order to have it. I also recommend not taking any drug without instructions from a doctor. I dont know if the abortion pills would have effected your body (I dont know much about them).  Here is some general info about PCOS:\n\n The underlying cause of PCOS is insulin resistance (IR). The best treatment for PCOS is going on an insulin sensitizing drug such as metformin (1500-2550mg per day) combined with a low carb diet and exercise.There are a few important things to know:\n\n1. Many women "pass" the test for IR, but still respond positively from the metformin. No one knows exactlly why..my thought is that the test is not a sure fire way of detecting the IR.\n\n2. You must be on a high enough dose of metformin. I've heard women complain that their bodies dont start working even though they've been on metformin for awhile. Some doctors are hesitant to up the dose past 1500mg...but for some of us it takes more. I don't respond until my dose is around 2000mg a day. \n\n3. It can take a few months on the correct dose, before your body is regulated. \n\n4. It is important to treat your PCOS even if you are not trying to get pregnant. There are higher risks for many things (high blood pressure, blood clots, diabetes, and many other things) when you have PCOS, but if it is treated properly, then those risks go back to a normal rate. \n\nI recommend seeing a reproductive endocrinologist. They are the most knowledgeable about PCOS. I also highly recommend visiting http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-bhp... It is a great message board, where you can ask all your PCOS questions. The women there are great. Good luck.