I'm an IVF Success Story—I'm Still Angry At My Doctors
Summary
A woman shares her experience with fertility struggles and delayed diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), now called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). Despite eventual success with IVF, she expresses frustration about not being diagnosed earlier, which led to years of confusion and feeling unheard by doctors.Key Facts
- The woman was diagnosed with PCOS (now PMOS) after years of symptoms.
- She underwent IVF treatment successfully and has a 14-month-old son and seven frozen embryos.
- Prior to diagnosis, she struggled with unexplained weight gain that did not respond to diet or exercise.
- She visited many doctors but felt their responses were repetitive and unhelpful.
- Early diagnosis might not have changed her fertility outcome but could have prevented emotional distress.
- The article highlights a larger problem in American healthcare with diagnosing women's hormonal conditions.
- She shares her story as part of a weekly parenting diary called Mildly Maternal.
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