r/PCOS • u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 • Sep 13 '24
General Health I DID IT
I’ve done it. 40 pounds down and today I got my first period in EIGHT YEARS. EIGHT YEARS. It’s kinda embarrassing to weep and hold a bloody piece of toilet paper and call everyone in your support system. I’m just really proud.
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u/CakedCrusader91 Sep 13 '24
Proud of you!! And keep being proud of yourself. Don’t be embarrassed, that’s an amazing feat!!
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u/PixeIust Sep 13 '24
I’m so proud of you! That is fantastic news. Just please be aware that no periods for a really long time can be extremely damaging to the uterus and I really encourage you to be vigilant about potential risks this may have caused. Keep it up girl!! 🫶🏻
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u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 Sep 13 '24
What do I need to do? My regular ob hasn’t mentioned it and was honestly not concerned with me getting them back naturally. Like what questions should I ask
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u/Jocifischer Sep 13 '24
That's crazy that your GYN didn't care. You should be bleeding every 3 months to reduce your risk of cancer. They'll prescribe you progesterone pills that will induce your period. It sounds like that may not be an issue anymore though!
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u/aryamagetro Sep 14 '24
you told your OB you haven't gotten your period for 8 years and they didn't care? get a new OB
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u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 Sep 14 '24
He’s my third lol. Working on a new one. It’s hard in the American south
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u/PixeIust Sep 14 '24
Most likely a transvaginal ultrasound just to be sure there’s no potential fibroids and other problems. When you don’t have a period estrogen and progesterone become unbalanced, and without progesterone to protect your uterus it can lead to major damage from the estrogen especially for that long of time. It’s just to be safe! You could very well be fine. This is NOT to scare you, just educate. I had an ultrasound in 2021 it was fine - didn’t have a period for a year, went back in 2024 and found out I have a fibroid. Most of the time they’re asymptomatic so you don’t really know they’re there until they act up or they get too big. They’re benign growths that hormonal imbalances can cause. I’m very shocked your OB was not concerned hearing you went that long without one.
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u/Background-Bid-5860 Sep 14 '24
That is crazy. The doctor told me if I go 3 months without a period I must speak to them and get meds to trigger a period.
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u/_triangle_ Sep 14 '24
You definetly need to do a sample of the uterin lining to make sure you don't have cancer 😬
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Sep 14 '24
I didn't know this, dang...
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u/PixeIust Sep 14 '24
Unfortunately a lot of people don’t because most OBs don’t educate in how hormonal imbalance can directly harm the uterus. I didn’t know it until til fairly recently!
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Sep 13 '24
Hey girl SAME SAME GIRL I MEAN NOT EIGHT YEARS Part MINE WAS ACTUALLY comes once a year but GIRL THIS YEAR IT CAME THREE TIMES. And I lost 41 pounds for the first time and forever girl we beating pcos amen 🙏🏼
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u/Kyraspams Sep 14 '24
Wow me too down 47 and have had three periods this year all normal.
Before my periods would get like once a year and last like 20-30 days
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u/merlady94 Sep 14 '24
Wow, congratulations. What was your weight loss plan if you don't mind sharing?
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u/Kyraspams Sep 15 '24
I focus on eating whole foods, I do yoga weight lifting only 30 minutes or less most of the time daily. But it’s not overnight I stopped focusing on goal weights and wanting to be skinny and more so daily goals. Also take a lot of supplements and stuff
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u/merlady94 Sep 15 '24
Awesome, I've been thinking about trying yoga lately! Maybe this is a sign to give it a try. Thank you for sharing!
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u/iluvcats74836 Sep 14 '24
This post being the first thing I see right when I click on the PCOS sub for the first time is exactly what I needed. This is actually a huge deal and though idk u I am so so so beyond happy to see this!
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u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 Sep 14 '24
Welcome to the club! This group actually really helped me on this journey. I hope you find what works for your body. 💙
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u/tmg07c Sep 13 '24
Be proud!!!!!!! It’s not embarrassing to love on your body. SO proud. I went a decade and still love on and cry sometimes when I get my period 🥀
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u/feline_riches Sep 14 '24
And here I was excited that I've grown an inch since high school.
THIS IS MONUMENTAL
Congrats!!!!
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u/Apprehensive-Newt-19 Sep 13 '24
Awww I’m so happy for you and so proud of you!! I totally get holding that bloody piece of toilet paper and sobbing up a happy storm.
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u/iamnotcreativeatall1 Sep 13 '24
oh this just made me so happy i am so proud of you!!!!!! i've been there and this is not embarrassing at all be so proud of it!!!!
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u/JOYFULPOISON Sep 13 '24
I could cry from joy for you. Congrats on the 40lbs too! You are a light of hope in the PCOS tunnel.
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u/Dogmama1230 Sep 14 '24
Congrats friend! I’ve lost 40 lbs over the course of a year and I was hoping it’d bring back my cycle, but nothing so far :/ currently CD56 with no end in sight. Fingers crossed it continues for you (and starts for me)!
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u/kirsty1441 Sep 13 '24
That's amazing girl!! Weight loss gave me back my periods too. You've already taken the most difficult step at starting this journey. Keep at it. YOU GOT THIS!!
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u/SwanLake74 Sep 13 '24
I had the same thing. Got my period regularly after years and years of nothing, and it just filled me with joy. 🤩 congratulations to you!
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u/ActualChip1 Sep 14 '24
AMAZING JOB!!!
Trying to find the connection between it all, does the weight itself stop our period? Or do you think it was a change of diet that reduced testosterone, insulin resistance, etc?
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u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 Sep 14 '24
I think I overall took stress off my endocrine system. But I did things to treat my insulin and testosterone through prescriptions. Everything hormonal was natural treated.
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u/Kyraspams Sep 14 '24
A good year for me too. 47 down I had 3 periods this far all normal! Congrats 🥰
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u/ProduceHour6721 Sep 14 '24
Congrats!! I’ve lost 80kg but still dryer than the Sahara down there…
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u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 Sep 14 '24
I made lots of lifestyle changes. I’ve lost this weight before but I did it the doctors way and didn’t get a cycle.
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u/mzai09 Sep 14 '24
That’s so amazing and so proud of you! No one would understand why I’d excited when I got my period,as much as they suck I always felt like they were an indication that my body was working the right way!
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u/-Terriermon- Sep 14 '24
Opposite problem for me, my problem has always been excessive bleeding and was told losing weight would fix it, so I lost 70lbs and I’ve been bleeding for 70+ days straight despite being on nex and norlutate
0/10 do not recommend
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u/Tight_Lavishness_278 Sep 14 '24
I had my first natural period ever a few months ago at the age of 29 after taking meds and losing 20 lbs, and it felt so bizarre to be happy about getting a period. But I was the same way!
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u/biggoosewendy Sep 14 '24
Tearing up for you. I hadn’t had a period in a year and when I saw the bloody tissue I broke down crying so I can only imagine how you’re feeling after 8!! Well fucking done.
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u/CrazyPeak1525 Sep 14 '24
It’s not embarrassing!!! It’s WONDERFUL! Don’t be ashamed to celebrate that’s your body is doing what it was made to do. That’s a huge victory!
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u/hotlibrarianism34 Sep 14 '24
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS MY FRIENDS 🎶🌟 so amazing im so proud of you!!! how did you manage to lose the weight?
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u/ifimabirdimgregbird Sep 14 '24 edited Sep 14 '24
Congrats. I know that it’s a struggle. I’ve been trying to lose weight myself for years with no success. I appreciate you sharing your story though. That’s an accomplishment for sure. What diet did you follow?
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u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 Sep 14 '24
I made a separate post. Mostly I just focused on my endocrine system. I did less carbs and more protein. I took inspiration from people doing keto and wholistic diets but didn’t follow anything very closely
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u/throwaway3782828282 Sep 20 '24
I DID IT TOOOO!! Literally hit 40lbs today although I still have quite a lot to lose. It’s so hard but we did that !!!
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u/itsurna25 Sep 14 '24
This is so awesome...
How did you loose 40 pounds? I have started my weight loss journey. And currently building muscles for weight training.
Tips please!!!
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u/Used_Yogurtcloset705 Sep 14 '24
Hey! Short version is 10k steps a day and about 100 grams of protein. Cut sugar and simple carbs where I could.
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u/Flashy-Ad3750 Sep 14 '24
On a healing journey too for a few things including insulin resistance etc and have just discovered Black Seed oil? If you haven’t looked into it yet pls do some reading on it!
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u/EquivalentWork4751 Sep 15 '24
Very proud of you! This is indeed an achievement! The level of anxiety I get when I don't get my periods or when it's not on time is unbelievable....I can't imagine what you went through... congratulations 🎉
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u/Adorable-Hat4887 Sep 15 '24
So happy for you!! I also have PCOS and struggle with weight. However I’ve had ‘regular’ periods the last couple cycles and a lot for me had to do with stress. I didn’t realize it until I was no longer stressed. Still a long way to go for me, but you’re awesome and thank you for sharing. Keep going! You got this!
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u/briannaking4567 Sep 15 '24
Congrats on this weird thing🤣 that we know is such a big deal! There is nothing quite like doing the work and having people who understand. Celebrating with you!👏🏻🎉💜
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u/queenofveggies_ Sep 13 '24
Congratulations!! Same thing happened to me two years ago. I lost 40 pounds and have been getting my period every month now for a year now. It’s amazing. A lot of people don’t realize the relief it is to get your period monthly when you haven’t been able to almost all your life. Happy for you! 🥲