Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrom - PCOS    &   Irritable Bowel Syndrom - IBS?
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
973934
I think you should ask your doctor about poly cystic ovarian disease and if he will check your thyroid.  Good Luck.
826236
I also have PCOS. I don't have the high insulin levels either. I only started having trouble with weight when I got into my mid twenties. That was one of the things that led me and my doctor to start doing some tests to find out what was wrong. I did have to undergo fertility treatments, but they were successful and we have a wonderful little boy. The fertility specialist I had explained that just as every person is different, so are the symptoms of PCOS. They range from dark patches on the knees, skin tags, horrible cramping, out of control periods or no periods at all, dry brittle hair, and weight gain around the middle. Since it has a lot to do with hormone imbalances, it can vary from person to person. Some women suffer tremendous pain and debilitating symptoms while others are so mild they may not know anything is even wrong unless it interferes in their ability to conceive.
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!!!!!!
575739
I was diagnosed young, too.  I have now 'had' PCOS for 11 years.  Why do you want children in the near future?  Because you will need help getting pregnant from the doctor, most likely.  You will probably be given birth control pills to control your cycle, so take them regularly or the pain can get bad.  Then when you want children, he will have to reevaluate your diagnosis, check the ovaries carefully, and most likely give you some hormones.  But it's definately more than possible you'll have children.
858036
I am very sorry to hear you have endometriois. I was diagnosed with it when I was 16. I am now 24 and let me tell you, its not the most fun thing to deal with. Periods for me are very painful every month, I have pelvic pain also associtated with this now. The other people who answered were right, there is no cure, and you do have a timeline of if and when you can get pregnant. At 24 my timeline has passed, and I will never be able to bear my own children. Every case of endometriosis is different. You really shouldn't stress out over it. When you see your Dr. make sure to ask him/her ALL the questions you have. When I was first diagnosed they put me on birth control, pain pills, hormomones and testerone. But like I said it effects everyone differently. I wish you the best of luck and hope you get to feeling better soon. I sincerely feel for you.
614542
I have a very good friend with PCOS. She had a lot of the symptoms- heavy periods, back acne, oily skin, etc... She miscarried 3 or 4 times before she and her doc were able to get the hormones right. She is now the mom of 2 beautiful little girls.... who are 15 months apart.
90416
Women with polycystic ovarian syndrome often are infertile because they don't ovulate. 40% to 80% of women with PCOS have a problem with fertility. The reason for this wide variation is that PCOS is a complex metabolic syndrome, with multiple factors that can interfere with fertility. \n\nHaving PCOS does NOT mean you will not have children.  I would talk to your doctors about how to treat PCOS and increase your chance of having children.
33433
First, are you certain it's your ovary?  Also in your left lower quadrant is your sigmoid colon, which may be diverticulitis.  If you're older (>50), this would be more common.  More suggestive of an ovarian source of your pain is whether it's cyclical or not.  If it's constant throughout the month, it's less likely your ovary (less likely, but still possible).  It could be an ovarian torsion, or ovarian cyst...the list of things it could be is pretty long.  It could also be endometriosis.  I recommend seeing your OBGYN, who will take a thorough history, perform an exam and probably do an ultrasound.  If the ultrasound doesn't show anything, he or she may order more extensive imaging tests, i.e. CT or MRI.  Please schedule to be seen soon.
1170030
It depends on what symptoms you have.  It sounds like you have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) rather than simply polycystic ovaries.  The symptoms of PCOS are generally caused by two interconnected problems: insulin resistance and overabundance of androgens.\n\nMost women with PCOS are insulin resistant.  In fact, insulin resistance is thought to be the most common cause of PCOS.  Insulin resistance is a state in which the cells of the body do not respond to insulin as efficiently as they should, so the pancreas produces more and more insulin in an effort to keep blood glucose levels within a normal range.  This problem with glucose metabolism and insulin resistance is often what causes weight gain, difficulty losing weight, dark patches of skin (acanthosis nigricans, or AN), high lipid levels, and skin tags--problems often associated with PCOS.\n\nHigh levels of insulin in the body also affect the ovaries.  It's thought that this causes the ovaries to produce too many androgens (male hormones).  That's where you get the rest of the most common PCOS symptoms: acne, thinning hair, unwanted body hair growth, irregular or no periods, anovulation.\n\nFor many women, metformin is very helpful in treating PCOS.  Metformin is an insulin-regulating drug.  By treating the high levels of insulin found in many PCOS patients, many symptoms can be alleviated.  Some PCOS patients who take metformin even begin ovulating regularly, although metformin is not a fertility drug.\n\nBirth control pills are another common treatment for PCOS.  If the woman does not want to get pregnant, birth control pills are a good way to bring about regular periods, and in some women they can help with acne, hair problems, and other symptoms.\n\nFor severe body hair growth, some women with PCOS take the drug spironolactone.  Some women also need antidepressants, as PCOS can be linked to depression and anxiety.\n\nLastly, but most importantly, diet and exercise cannot be overlooked.  Weight loss is very important for women with PCOS, although for those with insulin resistance it may be difficult.  Because of the strong connection to insulin problems, PCOS patients often are advised to follow a low-carb diet.  It is important to eat less fat and cholesterol as well, because PCOS can be linked to high lipid levels.  \n\nI was diagnosed with PCOS three years ago.  I had only 3-4 periods a year, acne, hair growth, thinning hair, AN, and I was overweight.  I'm a pretty typical case with all of the classic symptoms.  Since then, I've also been diagnosed with insulin resistance, high cholesterol, and high triglycerides.  I'm not trying to get pregnant, I just want to be healthier.  I take metformin, Crestor, and a birth control pill.  I follow a low fat, very low cholesterol, high fiber, vegetarian diet and I try to exercise every day.
581712
I have PCOS (it used to be called stein leventhal syndrome) it is hereditary and every woman who has it has different symptoms and experiences so medications are on a case by case basis. There is a strong link to insulin resistance (pre-diabetes) so a diet that minimizes bad carbs is helpful. I have had difficultly in the past but I am about to have baby number 4 and I got my insulin resistance under control with diet and exercise - I still have weight problems but my blood work has improved. Talk with a reproductive endocrinologist for more detailed information. I hope this all helps.
321008
Ouchie hon..sorry you feel so lousy! I have had almost all of the symptoms of PCOS but my doctor never diagnosed it. I do what you are going through though. I don't go a day without plucking, shaving etc....I have had some tremendous abdominal pains. I have even had surgery twice to remove tumors. The first time I had tumors the size of large grapefruits and, the second time(yes, they grew back. And only 2 years apart) they were the size of softballs. Here it is 4 years later and I need it again.\n\nThe dark blood could mean you may have endometriosis in addition to the cysts. Endo is also known as having 'chocolate cysts'. These may have been bursting, or your ovarian cysts have been bursting. Hence all the pain and bleeding you have endured.\n\nWrite down any questions you may have and bring them with you to the doctor. Have a friend with you for moral support as well. It never helps to go through this alone. Hope you feel better soon hon..this is a toughie but, you'll get through it. Keep us posted!
357012
The other post is right you DO NOT have ovaries, only women have them. Go to a different doctor, one who specializies in Internal Medicine. There are lots of internal problems that can cause pain here's a few. \nIBS; Irriatble Bowel Syndrome\nBlocked or partially blocked intestines\nGAS\nAppendicitis\nPulled Muscles\nand so on......\nHope you feel better soon!!!!
617755
I've had ovarian cysts.  They weren't called 'tumors.'\n\nThe survery involved cutting a wedge section out of my ovaries but my overies remained and were capable of producing children.  \n\nThe procedure was like any other abdominal surgery--go under anesthesia, get abdomin cut open, 4 to 6 week recovery.\n\nMine was the result of polycystic overian disease also know as stein leventhol syndrome.
1156081
I to have had this problem since 12 it took til i was 25 to get a Dr to listen finally i was diagnosed with pcos(poly cystic ovary syndrome) check out this site and see if any other symptoms fit then talk to your dr about it and make them listen
849086
I too have IBS, and two healthy sons.  I would only suggest you let your body heal fully from the fevers and such before you consider pregnancy.  Wait a year from the wedding at least before you go for parenthood.
480297
Irregular periods, excessive body hair, acne, tendancy to be overweight.\nThese could also be signs of something else so if you think you have pcos you should see a doctor. They can do a scan to see if you have the condition.\nSee link below for more info.