#Pcosawarenessmonth

[roisinivy]

September is PCOS Awareness month. Last year I made a post including all of the common symptoms. As it's nearly a year since my diagnosis, I thought I would share my story of being diagnosed...

I started showing symptoms of having polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS for short) when I was 14, in 2018. I went 9 months without a period, started growing body hair in places that are not considered 'normal' for women, gained a lot of weight, started getting very oily skin and acne.

When my mum queried this with a doctor, she was told I was just a teenager having an irregular phase and that no doctor would seriously look at a diagnosis for me until I was at least 16.

(what my mum didn't know is that I was being groomed and had been assaulted, which is when I developed binge eat disorder, which also accounted for the weight gain...)

By the time I had turned 16 in 2020, covid had put the uk into a second national wide lockdown and completely ruined an already struggling NHS.

I didn't see a doctor about my PCOS until a month before I turned 19, due to all of the backlog.

My doctor ordered a blood test, and an ultrasound of my ovaries at a nearby hospital. The blood test was completed within a week, but it took me 6 weeks to get my first scan. I am still a virgin, and due to being sexually assaulted when I was younger, I was extremely nervous about having something in me and to have a nurse/doctor see me like that.

The external ultrasound was incredibly painful, having a bladder full of two liters of water pushing down onto you. The nurse couldn't get a good enough view, so I went to relive myself before having what would be my first of three ultrasounds.

The nurse took one look at my scan and confirmed I definitely had polycystic ovaries, she could also see I had ovulated. I knew I would be having my first period in 4 months in December of 2023. This was the last period I had, it was the worst I'd had in a very long time.

On my first scan, a large cyst was spotted, so I would need a second one due to the size of it. It was roughly the size of a ping-pong ball. My ovaries are also swollen to about three times the size they should be.

By my second scan, it had disappeared. I had a third as a precaution, which was also clear of anything concerning.

I then started taking Cerelle birth control in February.

I have had two bartholin cysts (infection of the vagina), hives, extremely sore breasts on and off, nausea, low libido, acne, increased body weight, tiredness, rashes and so much more caused by my birth control...

But it's preventing me from having an increased risk of developing cancer when I'm older, masking my symptoms so that I can have a 'normal' life whilst living with PCOS.

Although I still grow a better beard than my 18 year old brothers thanks to the increase androgen lol

I don't know how long I'll stay on birth control, or if I'll have to use other treatments, but this is my PCOS journey so far.

[comicherovn]

Comic Hero Show: Episode 494

[heterohealthcareofficial]

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[sangeethatecno]

Busting the PCOS myth wide open! 🚫🌟 PCOS affects women of all shapes and sizes. Let's shed light on the truth and empower everyone to understand this complex condition. Knowledge is our key to breaking barriers. 💪

[femina-health]

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[aighospitals]

Understanding the hidden risks and complications of PCOS.

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[pinkpanthress]

September is PolyCystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness Month. There is NO cure for PCOS since it is a life long condition for women, no matter what mansplainers try to tell you.

PCOS is treated as a Syndrome only and not an Illness all around the World. It only affects women after all… right?

· Please, educate yourself and others around you this month. · Like, reblog and share this or anything PCOS related, that you see in September here or on any kind of social media.

[theanonfirefly]

You'll,

September is PCOS Awareness Month. Just making aware of what PCOS is, is not enough.

There are not just physical symptoms, it bring with it sometimes, a whirlwind of emotions and a flurry of mental health issues. Making aware of this is equally vital for holistic female health care.

Girls, we in this together, standing in solidarity. 💖

[roisinivy]

4.25 million in the UK live with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS for short, yet;

We don't know the cause

There is no treatment for PCOS as a condition, only treatment for individual symptoms

No licensed medication

There is only one dedicated PCOS clinic in the whole of the UK

70% of cases remain undiagnosed

Patients rate the support for PCOS 2 out of 10

Confusion around ovarian cysts vs PCOS

Radically underfunded

No NICE Guidelines

No funding for laser hair removal

No recognition and support for the impact on mental health

It takes too long to be diagnosed

We are still being told to go away and lose weight, then come back when we want a baby

We are still being told we should be grateful to have infrequent/no periods

Labelled as a gynaecological condition

Inadequate time in the curriculum on PCOS, educating the next generation of healthcare professionals

And the worst of all; zero proactive management and support to reduce the risks of co-morbidities and improve outcomes and quality of life

Source: Verity - The PCOS Charity

[comicherovn]

Comic Hero Show: Episode 458

[heterohealthcareofficial]

👭🌸 Together, we're not just a community; we're an unstoppable force armed with resources and support! 🌸👭

This #PCOSAwarenessMonth, Hetero Healthcare provides the information you need while uniting women, healthcare providers, and supporters. You're not alone—let's build a resource-rich community that's stronger than any condition.

🎥 Unveil a world of support and become part of the solution—watch our video today.

[stacie-marie-bloom]

Did you know September is PCOS awareness month? What is PCOS? Glad you asked, it is polycystic ovarian syndrome. Basically there are cysts on the ovaries and hormone imbalance. You might be asking, "what does this have to do with me?" 1 in 10 women are affected by PCOS, so while you may not know who has it there is most likely at LEAST one person you know with it. How can you tell? Truth is, you can't. It's different for everyone, for someone it's being overweight, others access hair/hair loss, depression, moods swings, infertility, and more. The photos I've posted sheds some insight of what living with PCOS may look like, not only that but the last one are some ways to help manage. Sadly there isn't a cure but maybe one day. Stay informed and do your own research and at least for me it's okay to ask questions! #pcosawarness #pcosawarenessmonth #cysters https://www.instagram.com/p/CToClPnsEVE/?utm_medium=tumblr

[mandy42489]

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PCOS negatively impacts fertility because women with the condition do not ovulate, or release an egg, each month due to an overproduction of estrogen by the ovaries. Because ovulation does not occur regularly, periods become irregular and increased levels of hormones such as testosterone can affect egg quality, inhibit ovulation, lead to insulin resistance, and increase the risk disorders such as gestational diabetes. Yes women can get pregnant with PCOS without treatment but its very difficult! Baby dust to all trying. #pcoswarrior #pcosfighter #cysters #pcos #polycysticovariansyndrome #pcosawarenessmonth https://www.instagram.com/p/CEmkoi3ldwu/?igshid=i04rhfg7s7qi

[femina-health]

Raise awareness this #PCOSAwarenessMonth! Polycystic Ovary Syndrome affects millions worldwide, yet many still struggle with misconceptions. Let's break the silence, share experiences, and support one another in this journey towards better understanding and holistic health. 💜 #PCOSWarrior #HealthMatters