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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Hypothyroidism?


I had a blood test last week for hypothyroidism and the results came back saying I have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, I have looked up symptoms etc on this and my symptoms match the Hypothyroidism more than the PCOS?!
I'm not sure if you can have both of them at once? My appointment to discuss my results are not untill next week so I am looking for some advice sooner!
I also get alot of pains in my joints, where I can't move them.. wrists, feet and knees. Could this be linked?
I am very worried about becoming infertile or something due to the pcos? I miscarried 2 years ago which probably had something to do with the pcos. .
The websites I have found info on pcos aren't very helpfull at all.
I don't seem to have the symptoms they list.. But I have nearly ALL the hypothyroidism ones!?
Any help would be great!

I have PCOS. I have also been tested for hypothyroidism, so it is possible to have both. For the PCOS, did they do an ultrasound of your ovaries? If not, ask your dr. to do one. There really is no cure for PCOS, but you can go on certain meds to help with the symptoms. For example, if your periods are not normal you could go on birth control. Many people (including myself) are on Metformin to help with ovulation. If you are having problems getting pregnant you could go on Clomid. Ask your doctor about these options. Also, weight often has a lot to do with controlling PCOS symptoms. So, if you are overweight, you may want to discuss your best diet with a nutritionist or your dr. A good website is www.pcosupport.org. Good Luck!

I personally dont know anything about the condition but have you try visiting "Brigham and Womens Hospital" website it is on of the nations top 100 hospitals.

I have PCOS as well and while all I know is I've been diagnosed with that (I've never been tested for hypothyroidism) it is very treatable for most people. Since being diagnosed I have found so many people have it. I'm being treated with Metformin which has seemed to help significantly. I had some pretty bad side effects for about 2 months but since then I've been perfectly fine.
There is very little information on the internet, or anywhere else for that matter, about PCOS. Amazingly though I've read somewhere (can't remember where now though-sorry!) that it's the number one hormonal disorder among reproductive-aged women. I was diagnosed 5 years ago and the information hasn't improved. You just have to be vigilant in looking for info. Good luck!

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