Hi my name is Tara and I have started the process to begin having the lapband surgery. I have Tricare Prime. My PCM gave me a referral to see a surgeron to start the process. My BMI is 41 and I have sleep apnea. I also suffer with chronic pain in my heels and ankles due to this weight. I have saw the nutritionist, the physical therapy person, the psychiatrist I have done the upper GI, the lab work and went to the heart doctor, but I have yet to see the surgeron that will do my surgery. Do you have any idea how many more appointments I will have and when does Tricare say ok yes you are approved to have the Lapband Surgery.

Hey Amy.  I also have PCOS, and do not want children.  I am 35, and have felt this way for atleast 6 years.  I have tried since I was 28-29 years old to get them to tie my tubes.  I have a stepson, and that is good enough for me.  I know it sounds awful, but my husband and I just don't want kids.  They always said that I was to young, and since I haven't had any children they would not do it.  I haven't tried in the last couple years, maybe they would now.  So, I would surely ask if they would if that is what you want.  As far as the Depo shot, I took it one time when I was about 28, it made me crazy!!!!!       I was an emotiomal mess!!   So, I can't help you much with that I am sorry.  But, if you don't want children then I think getting your tubes tied is a smart decision.  I would try to stress the fact that you do have PCOS, and that might help convince the Dr. Good Luck!!   Cindy

I read some of that article but it wasn't my magazine and I don't remember everything in it.  I am interested in learning what exactly you are doing or getting a copy of that article.  I am currently 334 pounds (OMG..I can't believe I just openly told everyone my weight) and have a multitude of medical problems including a severe case of PCOS.  I am scheduled to meet with the surgeon next week to discuss Gastric Bypass.  At this point, I am willing to do anything to lose.  I have tried other diets, plans, etc but with no success.  I never really have any success.  I will lose 10 pounds or so and gain it right back while still doing the program, diet, etc.  Case in point, I have been following a low fat diet and began exercising recently.  I lost around 10 pounds but gained it back in 2 days.  My PCP said it was water gain but I haven't changed anything and I drink only water and it still has not come back off.

So, if you know where I can get a copy of that article and, if you are willing, then let me know what you have been doing I would greatly appreciate it!!

Hello everyone Im 30 and was diagnosed with pcos about 8 yrs ago. i had RNY june 2 after my obgyn asked i fihad considered it.  So I have noticed some slight imporvemnt on the facial hair ( thank goodness it bothered me more than the weight at times) but my question is about  a monthly cycle.  I am on depoprovera and I know people have no cycle due to that but with my body changing am i now gonna get my friend ever . I havent had one in about 4-5 years.  I think the depo will keep it at bay but wantd to see what anyone out  there experienced.  I used to get a short one about the time my shots were due but that was years ago.  

I know a lot of people ou there wit PCOS are trying to concieve and would love to have a monthly visitor but honestly I dont want  to give birth ever and if i ever decide to have children am more than willing to adopt a child whos here already and needs a loving home.   So with that do you think i could convince my DR to snip and clip?  I have asked before but they dont like tying tubes if your young, single, and no kids.  My surgery has not changed my mind .

Thanks,
AMY

Mine went away completly!!! I didnt even know what it was or
what was causing it untill after my surgery.