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Anyone knowledgeable about PCOS & Hyperthyroidism?


I was diagnosed with PCOS 2-3 years ago when I was around 15 or 16. I started taking Metformin and a year later, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism as well. After diagnosis, I lost 20lb in one month. I was so excited because I though I would shed all the excess weight. But then I ran out of presc for the metformin and I asked the dr to prescribe me some more but he kept on telling me that he would after he "dealt" with my hyperthyroidism. He still hasn't.

My questions are:
1. Was the combination of the metformin and hyperthyroisim the cause of me losing weight?
2. If I kept on taking the metformin, would I have lost all or most of my excess weight?
3. Does PCOS cause weight gain or weight gain causes PCOS (my mother also has PCOS)?
4. Since I took the radioactive iodine pill to kill my overactive thyroid, will I gain tons of weight because i will have HYPOthyroidism plus PCOS?
5. Can I ever be at my normal weight?
6. If yes, any suggestions on how to lose the weight?

THANK YOU!!!

Yes PCOS can contribute to weight issues and insulin resistance making weight loss much more difficult. Deal with all this now while you're young. As you get older it gets harder to lose the weight as the insulin resistance really gets entrenched in your system. You need to find a good gyno who will help you learn and deal with the PCOS.
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/pcos.htm

Water exercise is excellent because it provides gentle resistance. Water exercises are used for people with physical issues because they get the same benefit without overheating and the water also provides support. so there's less chance of injury. Another good way to get exercise is a rebounder. Report It

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