PCOS-Dandruff!!

AppleSmith1226 · December 5, 2007

I have a sh!t load of dandruff ... I was recently diagnosed so I thought this dandruff issue was something else and my Dr. prescribed me Gris-peg... But once I was told about the PCOS thing now I know why it's so much dandruff and washing it doesn't matter it's like this crap just appears for no reason out of no where!! And this ugly hair growing on my chin!! I wish it would just disapper my 20th birthday is in 2weeks and I dont feel like I should have a freaking beard at my age... My husband comes home for Christmas and I have to go get it waxed before he comes! And pray that it wont began to re grow itself overnite!! Sorry guys I am just venting like crazy!! I see the specialist on the 6th. So hopefully he will put me on something to really help!!:help:

Gianna · December 5, 2007

I was diagnosed with PCOS about 4 years ago. I don't really have a hair growth issue, however, I do have a dandruff issue, I never had related it to PCOS but mabey that is what is going on. Good luck with you surgery. i just made up my mind to have it, sending the paperwork this week. I can't wait, I hope to god this will help!

280/135 goal

anonemouse · December 5, 2007

I've never heard of a dandruff issue being one of the symptoms of PCOS. I encourage you to go for laser treatments for the Hair growth, though. It's been the only thing that helped mine. I doubt you would see any major improvement before your birthday, though.

TulipStar · December 5, 2007

I have had PCOS for 17 years. I know how frustrtaing the facial hair is. I haven't found anything that works for it except for waxing. Sorry you are feeling down. Cheer up!

(((hugs)))

AppleSmith1226 · December 5, 2007

Are the laser treatments expensive though ??? Bout how much do they run ?? LAurenrd .... you've lost alot of weight and you are still showing your PCOS symptoms ... I thought they go away once we lose the weight... Here are the symptoms and dandruff is in there... I have hair growth, dandruff, HUGE waistline, skin tags, oily skin, and the Patches of thick dark areas in between my breast on my neck and inner thighs!!!

What are the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

Not all women with PCOS share the same symptoms. These are some of the symptoms of PCOS:

infrequent menstrual periods, no menstrual periods, and/or irregular bleeding
infertility (not able to get pregnant) because of not ovulating
increased Hair growth on the face, chest, stomach, back, thumbs, or toes—a condition called hirsutism (HER-suh-tiz-um)
ovarian cysts
acne, oily skin, or dandruff
weight gain or obesity, usually carrying extra weight around the waist
insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes
high cholesterol
high blood pressure
male-pattern baldness or thinning hair
patches of thickened and dark brown or black skin on the neck, arms, breasts, or thighs
skin tags, or tiny excess flaps of skin in the armpits or neck area
pelvic pain
anxiety or depression due to appearance and/or infertility
sleep apnea—excessive snoring and times when breathing stops while asleep

anonemouse · December 5, 2007

Are the laser treatments expensive though ??? Bout how much do they run ?? LAurenrd .... you've lost alot of weight and you are still showing your PCOS symptoms ... I thought they go away once we lose the weight... Here are the symptoms and dandruff is in there... I have hair growth, dandruff, HUGE waistline, skin tags, oily skin, and the Patches of thick dark areas in between my breast on my neck and inner thighs!!!
What are the symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?

Not all women with PCOS share the same symptoms. These are some of the symptoms of PCOS:

infrequent menstrual periods, no menstrual periods, and/or irregular bleeding

infertility (not able to get pregnant) because of not ovulating

increased Hair growth on the face, chest, stomach, back, thumbs, or toes—a condition called hirsutism (HER-suh-tiz-um)

ovarian cysts

acne, oily skin, or dandruff

weight gain or obesity, usually carrying extra weight around the waist

insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes

high cholesterol

high blood pressure

male-pattern baldness or thinning hair

patches of thickened and dark brown or black skin on the neck, arms, breasts, or thighs

skin tags, or tiny excess flaps of skin in the armpits or neck area

pelvic pain

anxiety or depression due to appearance and/or infertility

sleep apnea—excessive snoring and times when breathing stops while asleep

They are quite expensive. My package cost $750 for 5 treatments. I have only had one treatment so far (my place makes you wait 8 weeks between treatments), but I've seen massive improvement, so I would be very happy to pay the price again.

I think whether the symptoms improve with weight loss just depends on the person. For me, they haven't. I rely on birth control and Proactiv for the acne, the band for the weight, and laser treatment for the hair. And really, from what I understand, once hair starts growing, you're stuck with it. Weight loss may prevent new hair from being stimulated to grow, but it won't stop the hair that's already growing in awkward places. That's a done deal.

AppleSmith1226 · December 5, 2007

Damn!! Well I don't have the acne issue ... Just want this weight gone ... I'll have to find a laser place for the hair but that's kinda expensive... But I will look into it ... Thanks!! But this damn dandruff has to GO!!!

anonemouse · December 5, 2007

Damn!! Well I don't have the acne issue ... Just want this weight gone ... I'll have to find a laser place for the hair but that's kinda expensive... But I will look into it ... Thanks!! But this damn dandruff has to GO!!!

Seriously, start saving for it if you can. It's well worth the expense, in my opinion. I was literally shaving every single morning (and sometimes later, too, if I had a special event at night). Even after only one treatment, I've been able to skip a day between shaves (probably could have skipped more if I wasn't so paranoid over it).

The place I went to is Sona Medspa. They've got lots of locations in several different states, so you might be able to find one near you. They do 2-for-1 packages all the time, also, so you might be able to save some money that way.

smsmithart · February 20, 2008

i have all the same issues i hope this band works ...i need to be cured i cant be bald fat and hairy i would have to hide in a cave somewhere ,,,,,its so not fair