What do I say to doc ?

[Kittykatxxxxx]

Hi all

I think I have pcos , but I'm nervous to go to docs . Should I just load symptoms or say I think I have pcos ? I have been fobbed off with other things before but I really want to be tested for this .

Thanks x

[LisaP_85]

Hi Kittykat - I have this question too, feel the same as you. Might any of the things you've been to the doctor about before be connected to your possible PCOS?

[Hols969]

Look at the NICE guidelines as they will give advise on what to expect. Write a list of your symptoms and say to your GP you have some classic PCOS symptoms and would like a blood test and scans for it.

[AT995]

It took me about 6 months to be told that I had pcos and I'm going for a scan in just over a week!! I told my doctor all my symptoms and he joined them up to tell me I have pcos.

I cried for the whole day after reading a small leaflet but started researching it. I think having people around who are going through similar things is good

[Kittykatxxxxx]

Thanks all! not had my appointment yet but will update

[LisaP_85]

Kittykat - I had a telephone appointment and reeled off my symptoms, sorted! Being referred for a scan also AT995 but don't know when that appointment will come through. Hope you are both getting on ok.

Also having blood tests for progesterone, FSH, LH, testosterone, blood sugar..all sorts. All - my paperwork says cycle day 2, is it crucial I go then or could I leave 'til the next day (as I am pretty squeamish and could do with some company!)?

[Kittykatxxxxx in reply to LisaP_85]

Hi Lisa . Good luck ! Those bloods need to be day 1-5. I am booked for bloods and scan aswell .

[LisaP_85 in reply to Kittykatxxxxx]

Thank you! Got my '21 day' bloods on Monday so that levels can be compared. Going to request printout of both so I can have a look. Then it's just back to waiting for scan appointment. It's annoying not knowing how long the wait will be! Have you had yours through yet?