Well. I think I have maybe possibly found the answer to my problems. I have low estrogen levels and poly-cystic ovaries, which leads to a probable diagnosis of something called thin women PCOS (usually women who have PCOS are obese and pre-diabetic. They also tend to have lots of body hair. Not me!). I've probably always had this so it seems miraculous that I was able to conceive two kids with no trouble. I don't know if this is the real diagnosis for that reason, but my dr. did provide a plausible explanation for that. I'm actually crossing my fingers, though, because the other possibility would lead to surgery and possibly a hysterectomy (that my insurance would likely not cover).
So I go on glucophage Monday to try to regulate my hormones. It sounds like it is not going to be particularly pleasant. I am not supposed to eat carbs, which is a problem because I love carbs. The dr. scared me with her description of the possible problems associated with this medication. Carbs will lead to GI issues, which I am prone to anyway.
And then I will be reevaluated in 2 months to see if that helps. If not, I don't know what is the next step. At any rate, I'll be back to running on Monday, but I am going to take it real easy. Real easy. Has anyone been on the South Beach diet? That's what I'm supposed to do. It doesn't sound too bad, but I don't know if I mentioned how much I love carbs. And sugar. I really love sugar. I essentially eat the same thing every day right now anyway (cereal for breakfast, peanut butter and jelly for lunch and some sort of meat with veggies and fruit for dinner), but since cereal and a sandwich are out, I would be okay if I could find 3 things that aren't too carby that I could eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Any suggestions?
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