Maybe the only one in Nebraska

[MommytoBri]

I have yet to find anyone in Nebraska that has PCOS. I hope that I am not alone in the great state of NE.

[Kiz]

I have yet to find anyone in Nebraska that has PCOS. I hope that I am not alone in the great state of NE.

You're not! I was diagnosed (finally) last year.

[cycler]

I'm from Council Bluffs, Iowa, basically connected to Omaha, where I practically live. I have not tried to have children yet. I'm not even married. But I do have most of the symptoms of PCOS. I hope to have children in the future.

[Jill Elting]

We live in Lincoln. My 17 year old daughter has just been diagnosed with PCOS. It took about a year but we finally know.

[Musicgirl]

I have PCOS and was born in Omaha. My mom was born in Council Bluffs. Even though I don't live in NE anymore, I still want to let you ladies know that you have another midwest girl that can sympathize with our struggles with this.

[needing_answers1970]

Nope, yer not alone sister! Just happen to finally find this forum! :D

[mleigh]

No, I was just dx with PCOS in October, after one year of failing to ovulate on my own (was then on Provera each month). My Dr. wants to be see a RE in Omaha-Dr. Stevens, has anyone been to her or heard anything about her?

[mleigh]

Sorry for the conrfusion, it is not DR. Stevens, Dr. Victoria Maclin. I read another post with Dr. Stevens and I guess I had that in my head!!

[SunnySoul]

You are not alone. I was recently diagnosed. I have always known there was something wrong, but I couldn't put my finger on it. Finally, I have a reason for all the weight gain, facial hair, and missed periods. I am a mother of two and 29 yrs old.

I have been finding it difficult recently dealing with co-workers who are now making comments about my weight. In my line of work a certain fitness level is expected. I told them to give me some time to get a handle on things before they start criticising. I am currently taking Metformin about 1000mg a day so far. I haven't seen too much of a difference yet, but I am determined to at least get my weight under control, for my health. I am affraid of developing diabetes. Sorry to be pouring it all out, but I have been really wanting to talk to some one who understands. Although my husband and friends seem to understand I can't shake the feeling that they don't believe that this syndrome could be causing me problems. I feel that they think I have no self control, I have battled with my weight all my life as you probably understand.

Back and forth, thin then fat then thin again. Now that I have some answers and am taking meds I hope things start to get a little easier although I am not holding my breath. I am just going to do what the doctor told me about avoiding bad carbs and work hard at the gym.

[MommytoBri]

February it will be a year on Met. My weight was 217lbs. Now I am currently balancing at 180lbs. I never thought I would be back to the weight I was when I married my husband. I hope that I countinue with my weight loss, but with pcos you never know. All I know is that my daily pain that I had is almost non-existant. My only struggle is my peroid lasting almost 2 weeks. I feel that the Met has helped me lose the weight that I struggled so hard to do on my own.

My husband was recently tested for IR and guess what, he is on 500mg of Met. His mother has PCOS and Endometriosis just like myself. It took a 2 of doctors and 6 months to listen, but he found on doctor that is willing to treat him. It took me 6 doctors and 6 years before a doctor would listen to me. Most doctors in my town dismiss the sympotms and depression and give you a year supple of anti-depres. pills.

I wish all you ladies the best of luck with your doctors. I know how tough it is to find one that will listen and do something about it.

I am here for all of you. :D

[harmonythouart]

Hey girls...you're not alone : )


It's nice to know that i'm not alone either...

Well...I was diagnosed with PCOS about two years ago...although I had researched and known that i had had it before i went to the doctor.

I have every single symptom...to the extreme...

I haven't been able to see a doctor up until now...because i can't afford it...and i don't have insurance.


I just saw my OBGYN and she pretty much told me that there was nothing i could do to change my situation...

but i'm going to try and find a doctor that will actually help me...


If you guys know any good doctors in the Omaha and/or Lincoln areas that I could see for PCOS...i would really appreciate it!

Feel free to e-mail me at soprano1115@hotmail.com

,Ashley

[1drwomn27]

I am so relieved to finally find other people who have PCOS. I was just diagnosed about 1 month ago and have been on Metformin 1000mg. I lost 10 pounds right away but then gained it back and then lost 20 pounds again. I dont know if this is normal?? Before being diagnosed I tried every diet there was. I went to a couple different doctors but no one could figure out my problem. One doctor even went so far as to suggest that I should have gastric bypass surgery. I weigh 230 and weighed a bit less at that time. This is a disease I never knew about until I was diagnosed, so I searched the internet for as much information as I could find. I am so glad I found this forum. Its so nice to be able to read stories of other people!!! :lol:

[peanutbug1010]

Hey there! You're not alone - I'm in Omaha, and I was diagnosed April 2005 with PCOS. My main problem is the PAIN!!!!

Does anyone else have issues with ovarian/abdominal pain??

Thanks!!

[1drwomn27]

The only pain that I have is when I do sit ups, I have a terrible pain on my right lower abdomen. I have always been told its scar tissue from appendectomy, but not so sure on that. So I quit doing situps and use an exercise ball instead.

[cowgirlup2k]

I am from Nebraska also and was diagnosed with PCOS about 5 years ago. I was put on glucophage at first. It did nothing for me but send me to the bathroom every ten minutes. I see Dr. Rees-Jones every six months in Aurora, CO. He is great!! He switched me to Actos 45 and it has done wonders for me. I have problems with weight loss as most of us do. He just recently suggested to me to take brown seaweed pills for weight loss. I haven't started them yet but plan on it.

[Mamato3]

Hi. I was diagnosed with pcos on late 2000 after 14 months of TTC and 3 doctors. We moved to NE in May of 2001 and we had our first daughter in Sept that same year.

Is there anyone on this forum, other than me, out by the Kearney area??:confused:

Thanks!

[ShortCakeMel]

Hi,

I am from Western Nebraska, between Ogallala and Sidney. I tried to get a diagnosis for what the heck was wrong with me for ten years. Now I live in Houston, and last year received my diagnosis when I found a doctor here. I totally understand the isolation that is felt when you can't find the right doctor. I'm actually trying to help a friend find a doctor in the area, Lincoln probably, have you had any luck?

~ shortcake

[shari_kht]

Dr. Brenda Belle in Licoln is great! She is an endocrinologist. Phone number: 402-489-3383. Good Luck!

[bettydisaster]

Hello Ladies ~ I see many of the previous posts were from a few years back, and not sure how many are still connected here.
I've lived with PCOS for several years now, and sort of feel like I've existed, but need to seek out a different Dr. and maybe get more specialized medical attention. I've seen Dr. Christine Stevens, and have always felt comfortable there, but after trying to get more connected with this and my body, I think it's time for a change.

Are there any PCOS specialist in our wonderful state?? Also, does anyone know of a support group? I'm in the Tri-city area, Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney, but very willing to travel for Dr's.

Looking forward to connecting with others...Thanks much!

[citygirlne]

My endocrinologist is Dr. Andjela Drincic of the Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic in Omaha, 50th and Underwood. She was the first doctor to agree with me, I do have this syndrome. She ordered labs such as two hour fasting glucose, and a bunch of blood work. But before it even came back, I was on a prescription for Metformin. I hope this info works for you.

I've never heard of a support group before in our area though.

[pjs3902]

i'm in nebraska too... i live closer to the norfolk, fremont, columbus area...

[sheppa]

I am in Nebraska as well, I live in Omaha.

[2239erke]

i am in usa.make friend?



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