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PCOS Diagnosis?

Hi,
I'm 15 and I am quite confused with a polycystic ovary diagnosis!
I also have an enlarged pituiatary gland, and testing has shown that I have high LH and low FSH levels, as well as having insulin resistancy. I have lots of PCOS symptoms including irregular periods, weigh gain, faical and body hair, acne, and head hair loss/thining.
My ultrasound showed up lots of follicles (sp?) but didn't seem to show PCOS on the scan. I was then told by my GP that I did have PCOS, and was started on Metformin. Then I saw my Neurologist who said I don't because it did not show up on the ultrasound, and that I'm only on Metformin for the insulin resistancy.
Does anyone know if not showing up on the ultrasound means that you definately do not have PCOS?
Thank you!
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You must know, that not all women have cysts who have PCOS. Normally cysts are very common in those who have PCOS, but for some they just have the hormonal issues. It sounds like you do have the tiny cysts that go along with PCOS because it stated you had lot's of follicles. Tiny cysts can look like normal "eggs" in the ovaries, and that is what it sounds like in your case. I suggest you follow orders of your gyn or GP on your menstrual issues....not your Neurologist. Doctors in different feilds generally do not know much about PCOS. Most GP's don't know about the many symptoms of PCOS. So I would continue with the metformin and follow up with your GP.

And like I said...no two women who have PCOS will have the same symptoms. Some have cysts, some ONLY have hormonal inbalances and some have BOTH. Me, I have just the hormonal inbalance which is being treated with metformin and birith control. It really does sound like you have PCOS. It's good that it was caught now
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Insulin Resistance IS PCOS. My doc did a simple blood test to determine my diagnosis. An ultra sound may also be performed, but not all women with PCOS have polycystic ovaries so an ultra sound may not be accurate. It amazes me how most doctors know little to nothing about PCOS. I feel really bad for girls who go misdiagnosed and end up confused on their diagnosis because one doctor tells them something, and another doctor tells them the opposite. I would find a good endocrinologist and visit them, that would be your best bet as far as an accurate diagnosis. To me, it sounds like you have PCOS as you have all of the common symptoms. But I am not a doctor, so do not count on online responses to give your diagnosis. Please find a good doctor that you are comfortable with. :) HTH
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