Breaking Out Bc Of Birth Control!!

Aug 28, 2014

Alexandra F.

Hey there! I was diagnosed with PCOS a little over a year ago and instead of putting me on birth control, my doctor prescribed progesterone. Basically I had to take two pills every night for 10 days in a row and then I would get my period. It was a little tedious because I had to figure out on a calendar when I would have to start and stop taking it every month but it worked really well. My skin cleared up and I got my period. I did just switch over to metformin though because the progesterone made me sleepy. The metformin works as well. Both of these options are good but progesterone is nice because it's something your body can actually make on its own so its less "foreign" in a way. I would definitely talk to your doctor though!

Aug 28, 2014

Bry R.

I had multiple kids tease me like "oh my god you have a beard" (back before I noticed it and didn't shave) "haha oh my god she DOES have a beard" "I'm going to bring her some shaving cream and a razor" but as I get older, I realize that I cannot help it. So those who taunt me for it can shove it. I thought I was the only one. I am ones of the rare ones and I am.pretty high up on the hursutism scale but at least I know I'm not the only one. And know.since I know what it is, I can inform people. I just pray one day this weight will come off and I can afford laser hair removal.

Aug 28, 2014

Becca K.

As a quick note, I'm terrified of shaving my face with a real razor because of razor burn and risk of nicks, so I use an electric razor and just shave every day using it since it's almost impossible to nick yourself with one!

I am glad I saw this topic, there is so much useful information!

Aug 28, 2014

Kam M.

Kimberly, I added you on Facebook!! and yes, I'm very very very lucky that I'm not overweight. It's hard though, because my doctor said sometimes that losing weight can help, but it's almost impossible for me to lose it! I've weighed the same for almost 3 years and although I'm not skinny, I'm a healthy weight for my height. It's very discouraging to try and try and see no results. But since I'm not "overweight" per say, I doubt my doctor would agree to putting me on anything to help. And I'm so glad to know I'm not the only one with awkward body hair! Although mine isn't nearly as bad as some of yours(which I'm so grateful for), it does make for a bit of a confidence killer, especially when my friends point it out(not knowing/meaning to) and knowing there's really nothing to help it! I really hope that my condition doesn't worsen, and I hope that all of yours improves! It's nice to know you're not alone in something like this! :) I don't know anyone personally who has suffered, so it's kind of scary going into something like this alone. I'm so thankful for forums like this!

Aug 28, 2014

Bry R.

Have you talked to your doc about metformin? It is the only thing that helps with weight lost. diet and exercise alone doesn't do anything

Aug 28, 2014

Becca K.

Also, very jealous of those of you who aren't overweight or barely over! I gained 100lbs before/around my diagnosis and I can't get it off. ):

Aug 28, 2014

Becca K.

I've also got PCOS. I was diagnosed ten years ago (age 13), and currently I'm unmedicated cause of insurance issues. I've heard of a natural supplement called Inositol that is supposed to help lower testosterone, get rid of the facial hair (I basically grow a beard and have to shave every day, yikes!), help balance hormone levels, and can help with causing/regulating periods.

As for the acne, I use a Neutrogena daily facial wash that can also be used as a mask and it seems to help!

Aug 27, 2014

Bry R.

I never heard that about metformin but I know the hair medicine- don't remember the name- can cause liver damage. My doctor refuses to give it to me. I don't want anymore meds, anyway.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

Bry you should try vaniqua I have it it takes eight weeks to see results though.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

Kimberley I added you on fb :-)

Aug 27, 2014

Kimberley T.

Metformin can cause lactic acidosis - are you sure that's not what you're thinking?

Aug 27, 2014

Kimberley T.

Amen, I sure know that it can be really tough and you can feel super alone at times. If anyone ever needs support/someone to chat to feel free to message me on fb: facebook.com/kimberley.thomas.9822.

Aug 27, 2014

Bry R.

My doctor told me nothing will help the hair. There is a medication for it but he said it is high risk for liver damage so I'm not taking the risk. I tweeze around my jaw and cheeks but under my neck, I shave.

Aug 27, 2014

Bry R.

I am also pre diabetic so I'm on metformin too! My first symptoms were hairs popping on my chest in 5th grade. Pretty abnormal for a 11 yr old. Then the cramps were horrible and periods were soo irregular and I just starting gaining weight and no knew why. My periods also stopped for a few months. So finally when I was 15 and I had a beard, we saw it wasn't getting better so we went to the doctor and I had high levels of testosterone and androgen and not enough estrogen. Since I let it go on so long, I now weigh 217lbs :/ but I am taking my medicine, dieting and I need to be exercising more, but the weight will start coming off.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

I hope it keeps working for you :-) its crap having pcos but it can be controlled. It's good talking to people who have it as they understand what your going through.

Aug 27, 2014

Kimberley T.

I don't know why, I think my doctor might just be sadistic. :P I've only been on it for a month and it's really brought down my appetite and cravings and I feel a lot more alert. I've had to cut out lactose because I've become really sensitive to it from the Metformin.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

Tweezers are a new best friend :-D.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

How come you weren't put on it slowly? do you find it good?

Aug 27, 2014

Kimberley T.

I haven't tried it because metformin should hopefully take care of that too, I just pluck for now. :)

Aug 27, 2014

Kimberley T.

Yeah I was told that too, it's also meant to regulate your hormones. I feel pretty good on metformin but the first week of it I was just cramped up and nauseous 24/7 because I was put on 2000mg a day instead of my dose being slowly brought up.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

Have you tried vaniqua for the facial hair? sorry if the spelling is incorrect.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

I have similar symptoms. Very irregular periods they would also be months apart. You are lucky you aren't overweight I'm about 14lbs over its not too bad but it's very tough to try and loose it even with regular exercise and strict diet :/ I heard metformin helps with your metabolism to help loose weight so hopefully I'm seen by a gynaecologist soon and I can get on medication.

Aug 27, 2014

Kimberley T.

My first period went for two months, so my mum too me to her Gyno and found that I still had 1cm of lining left and I had cysts in my ovaries. I get black thick hair on my upper lip, in between my brows, on my tummy and I get a random few on my jaw. Without birth control I get my period once every three months and I can't get out of bed. Mostly when I ovulate I have cysts burst and I have to go to hospital - which I lost my job over. I exercise and eat healthy yet my weight always creeps up on me. I found out two weeks ago that I'm a type 2 diabetic. I'm not really sure what other symptoms I'm overlooking because I've had it for 9 years.

Aug 27, 2014

Kam M.

I actually kind of diagnosed myself and made my mom take me to the doctor to confirm it!! I rarely get my period, I've had a 9 month wait in between some of them. I always got cramps too, so I started researching things, and talking to my mom about it. PCOS runs in my family so it was kind of a given. I have the symptom of thicker and darker body hair (it sucks) and definitely the messed up hormone levels. I'm pre-diabetic, but luckily I'm not overweight so my dr said I shouldnt be too concerned.

Aug 27, 2014

Rebecca J.

Do you ladies have many of the symptoms of it? How did you get diagnosed?