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Metformin question/Infertility
I have posted here before about not having my period, as of today (1/11/14) I have only had my period once in the passed four years. Last year in Oct. I had a pap and they ruled out thyroid and other things. I told the clinic I STRONGLY feel like I suffer from PCOS and they asked me why. I explained how I have EVERY symptom of it... Infertility, excessive facial/chest hair, etc. and they made me an appointment for a sonogram but then cancelled it and keep giving me the run around. I think it could be that I don't have health insurance. Anyway, I've registered in a PCOS website where I get news letters because I feel THAT strongly about it! Upon research I noticed a lot of women take Metformin for infertility. I found online where I can buy it without a prescription, should I just buy it and take it? Who would I go see for infertility?
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
HI,
If this is your first period in the last four then you need medical help. Also your doubts regarding PCOS are correct. Metformin does help women with PCOS; however self medication is not advocated. You should consult a gynaecologist for an evaluation. An examination, an ultrasound scan and hormonal panel will help make the correct diagnosis. Once a diagnosis is made, then a systematic treatment can be initiated in order to get regular periods and for the infertility as well.
The answer is based on information provided. Exact advice is not possible without a proper examination and investigations. You are requested to consult your Doctor. Take care and keep us posted.
If this is your first period in the last four then you need medical help. Also your doubts regarding PCOS are correct. Metformin does help women with PCOS; however self medication is not advocated. You should consult a gynaecologist for an evaluation. An examination, an ultrasound scan and hormonal panel will help make the correct diagnosis. Once a diagnosis is made, then a systematic treatment can be initiated in order to get regular periods and for the infertility as well.
The answer is based on information provided. Exact advice is not possible without a proper examination and investigations. You are requested to consult your Doctor. Take care and keep us posted.
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