I’m trying to be more transparent about my PCOS journey and how it affects my life, so I thought I’d update those interested. Earlier this month I had an appointment with a fertility specialist to assess my baby making situation.

For those of you unfamiliar to my situation, we’ve been trying to conceive since October 2016. I was diagnosed with PCOS in February 2017. Over the last 4 years we’ve used some medicinal intervention to no avail. We decided to take the next step this month after covid delays.

After speaking with the specialists, I am going to have some diagnostic procedures to determine the viability of my body and ovums for pregnancy. Tomorrow I will be having a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) done to determine if my Fallopian tubes are open/ good to go.

It is my understanding that this test is a bit painful, if anyone can enlighten me on their experiences with this please feel free to DM me or comment on this thread. I think it’s so important that those with PCOS share their experiences as it is a very isolating syndrome.

Along with chronic pain and the terrible side effects of PCOS, those who want to conceive are left with sometimes unbearable heartache and a persistent longing to eventually have their own baby. If you feel this and ever need support or comfort, I am here for you.

My hope is that no one feels alone. I got your back. This is the end of my very long thread, but I feel like I need to document and share my story as it goes as it could bring comfort and solidarity to others. Thanks for y’all’s never ending support and reading this.