So i Just left the doctor. He thinks i have polycystic ovary syndrome. I’m so down and just tired. I don’t think i can handle another thing going wrong. Or another diagnoses. Just a few months ago i found out i had fibromyalgia now this. Along with psoriasis in my hair, and depression, and a anxiety disorder without severe panic attacks. Im 24. I feel like my life just began and ended. Im tired really tired mentally and physically. The weight is getting out of control i don’t even have the energy to exercise. I’m trying my best.But i just feel disgusted. I don’t want anyone to see me and i hate going anywhere. Everyone says I’m so smart, pretty, and talented. But they have no idea the things i go through. They wonder why I’m so antisocial.
I’m just really happy to have you guys. If I didn’t i probably would’ve lost all my marbles by now.
I'm so sorry to hear you are having such a hard time right now. It's hard enough dealing with fibro with everything else too. Does the Dr just "think" you have PCOD and if so is he doing anything to find out for sure? My daughter doesn't have fibro but she does have PCOD. If you would like I'll see if she thinks she'd have time to answer any questions you might have. She now has 4 month old twins keeping her busy. I myself don't know enough about it since she lives so far away from me.
So sorry that you have one more thing to deal with, but I always believe that it is better to know, hopefully knowing gives us a chance to be treated and to become better. I probably had it, but it was never diagnosed that way, may not have even had the term, but I had repeated ovarian cysts.
I don't know what caused it, I don't know what can cure it. I hope the Doctor does!
Oh sweetie, I can really sympathize! I've had PCOS for 20+ years. I was just diagnosed with Fibromyalgia as well. I'm also dealing with an unidentified autoimmune disorder. I also suffer from depression and anxiety with panic attacks. I totally get how you feel about the weight issue. I've put on a lot of weight over the years and understand that disgusted feeling. I too didn't want to go anywhere or see anyone. There are times I still feel like that. In my personal experience, the first thing I had to get under control was my depression/anxiety. I'm actually in therapy right now for my anxiety disorder. A good support system is vital...and I really hope you have one. Of course, we're here for you :) I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding PCOS. Please remember, though, we are so much more than our "diseases". I know you're feeling down, but you will learn that fibro and PCOS and anything else that comes along will NOT define who you are. You say "everyone says I'm so smart, pretty and talented"; they obviously see something beautiful about you.
Oh dear, it seems those of us with fibro tend to have multiple other problems. I don't technically have PCOS, because I don't have quite enough cysts to qualify, but I have all the rest of the fun stuff that goes with it. Both my sisters as well as a good friend have PCOS, luckily you can control it if you are careful. I'm also 24, with multiple problems including fibro, anxiety, PTSD, autoimmune arthritis, etc. and it is difficult. In our 20's we are meant to be going out for late night parties and finding our path in life, yet here we are struggling to deal with daily living tasks. Just remember that you are smart, pretty and talented :) our path is just a bit different than the normal 24 year olds.
Thank you SK. It is better to know. You’re right. Its just taking a toll on me. Its like one thing after another. I wonder why god picks us to be advocates for things like this. I’m sure its a reason. Although its hard. I’m going to have to share the article i seen about why we suffer when others don’t.
Thank you Rosie. You must be a very strong women to hang in there all these years. U give me hope. Thank you. I don’t have a lot of support but i do here. U guys are amazing.Thanks for the uplifting words. Im sure ill have questions but right now I’m trying to sink my teeth into reality … glad you understand that disgusting feelinv .i thought it was just me. Lol it’s hard to explain. My fun for today Was two doctor’s offices. Now im back to my spot and a few movies. I do have a healthy salad tho. I need lose weight
Emma thank you for your feedback. Its so hard for us because we aren’t the average 24yr olds. Feels like i been cheated and dealt a bad hand. I know you can all feel where I’m coming from. If u don’t mind i would like to inbox u some times.
Thanks again.
He says he is pretty sure. But doesn’t want to say so until he does the other test next week. I’ll keep you guys posted. But he gave me a paper that says diagnosis PCOS… wheewwww it hit me hard. Im sure my face showed. I was just thinking does this ever end. But i guess we are strong enough . Anyone with Fibromyalgia is like a superhero to me anyways lol. I kno how hard it is. But they say God Makes No Mistakes. We are made perfectly in his eyes. This gives me a new outlook on things. Im thinking about writing a book when i get finish with my current Novel . I wanna name it “Im Not Invisible”
Teesa,
I have fibro, PCOS, diabetes, spinal stenosis, arthritis , depression, anxiety and I had a heart attack in January. I am older than you and already had two children and step children so I wasn’t worried about fertility with the PCOS. My hair is thinning and it really embarrasses me, so I get the hair issues. Really, the PCOS doesn’t cause me too many issues, so I don’t worry too much about it. Having one more thing to deal with is tough, I know. There are options for treating PCOS so don’t lose hope. If your doc isn’t giving you options, get another opinion ! When I get overloaded, I try to focus on one issue at a time because if I look at everything it is TOO much ! God bless you and I hope you feel better soon. This group is awesome. You will get lots of love here !!! Sheila