Any Pcos ladies taking myo-inositol & alpha-lipoic acid before IVF?

[Chloettc2020]

Hi Ladies,

I was diagnosed with PCOS around 15 years ago.

It wasn’t until my second ectopic pregnancy that I started to really educate myself on the condition.

I’m not your ‘typical’ PCOS sufferer (as I’m constantly told, like it makes a difference 😑) I have low BMI, no excessive hair growth or acne. But I have a completely unpredictable cycle, rarely ovulate & my mood swings are pretty spectacular.

I’m currently being referred for IVF (just awaiting first consultation letter from our chosen clinic). I’m doing everything in my power to help my PCOS-med diet, regular exercise & I take 400mg of myo-inositol a day.

I’ve been reading up on the amazing affects myo-inositol & alpha-lipoic acid can have when combined.

Any first hand experience? Or anyone else been recommended this by GP/fertility clinic/IVF clinic?

Thanks xxxxx

[Noodleone]

I tried myo-inositol but saw absolutely no impact. My PCOS is really only irregular periods and large ovaries - no cysts or hormone issues or acne/ hair growth either. IVF essentially bipasses any issues pcos creates (such as irregular ovulation)so it hasn’t really had an impact on my first cycle other than leading to OHSS. My FS has usually said to limit additional supplements too in case they interact with the meds. Good luck x

[Chloettc2020 in reply to Noodleone]

Thank you hun, good luck to you too Xx