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PCOS and TTC

I am 26 and my husband and I have decided to start TTC.  I was dx with a form of PCOS a couple of months ago.  I ovulate and get my periods regularly (32-35 day cycles).  I ovulate somewhat late in the cycle (day 20 or so) and have a 11-12 day luteal phase.  I am not insulin resistant and my ovaries are not polycystic.  The reason for the diagnosis is my LH and FSH ratio.  I've only had this checked once, but I believe it was 7:1 (LH higher, both within normal limits).  My testosterone was in the high-normal range.  My doctor is treating me for low progesterone right now.  I have tail end brown bleeding.  I haven't noticed a difference yet, but have only been on it one cycle.  I also have mid cycle spotting.  My doc says that if the progesterone does not stop this, he would do a biopsy of my uterus (scares the heck out of me!)

My questions are:  Why is a LH:FSH ratio a problem?  How much luck to women with PCOS have with conceiving an carrying to term?  Are my chances better since I am not insulin resistant?  How long can it take?

I'm just very scared a little depressed about this.  Having children is extremely important to me, and I am scared that this may never happen.  
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Thanks for the info!  I know that I ovulate (my doctor confirmed it, also my progesterone 7 dpo was 11)  so I don't know if the high LH is an issue or not.  My LH and FSH were checked 7 dpo, which I don't think is right.  I remember the numbers for the LH and FSH were within the normal range, the ratio was just off.

Anyway, thanks again!
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FSH levels are important as they are usuall low and not enugh to stimulate follicle production, as i why meds are usually taken, clomid or FSH injetables and LH being high means that a surge will no happen to mature and release the egg for ovulation in which a trigger shot ovidriel is usally given, but if you have a resonable cycle good luck and if you do fall pregnant then you should have no problems carrying to term
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