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Infrequent periods, not PCOS

Women's Health | Last Active: Sep 24, 2017 | Replies (6)

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I don't know if you have a doctor that you have been seeing for a long time or not. But if I were you I would try to find someone that you really like and who listens to you (most likely it will end up being a female doctor although I have a few male doctors I do like). I have a doctor that I have had for over 30 years and just keep hoping she does not retire as a lot of mine seem to be doing now. But she has run some tests on me because of things I might be worried about that she thinks are highly unlikely (just to put my mind at ease). So if you are concerned, then by all means you should inquire. I think that someone who is well-versed in women's health and/or a nutritionist might be more open to your inquiries. So many people have to be told to lose weight and so your doctor is much more familiar with that problem and that is probably why many providers act like they do. They should however be focusing on your concerns and not just responding based upon the fact that the general population is overweight. I know that many young mothers keep their weight off by chasing after their little ones and so that is very common. But sounds like you have a very healthy lifestyle. I would check around where you live for some really good nutritionists and see even if there is someone who knows about the type of issue you are having although that is not essential if they are good. And while you are young, find some doctors you really connect with and that you feel are listening to you. I didn't ask before but are any of your other family members on the slim side, the heavy side, etc? Just something to think about as if your genetic make-up is that of a slim person anyway and then you are burning calories chasing those kiddos, this could account for your particular situation.
Best of luck to you.

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Thank you for the advice! We have been moving every few years since we got married so I hope to find a good doctor and stick to her soon! My obgyns were great for pregnancy, etc. they just didn't see the need to address my abnormal cycles since I don't have a problem conceiving. But I like the sound of your doctor, doing what she can to put your mind at ease. I will look for that in a future provider! My mom was pretty slim when she was my age, she did gain weight in the last 15 years and she told me it wasn't from having 5 kids it was from the stress of work/other things that changed in her life. So I'm sure that genetic factor plays a part in my body type but none of my female relatives have experienced such infrequent menstruation. I never worried much about not being able to gain weight until I actually tried and couldn't. But I guess it still isn't that big of a deal because I gain 30+lbs every pregnancy, so I can do it when it really counts. I just feel a little bit off. Thank you for your consideration and advice! I sincerely appreciate it!