'You have to learn to be your own advocate'

Published date11 April 2024
Publication titleDaily Star (England)
"I moved from Australia to London aged 24 and explained my period problems to a GP. I was baffled when he asked if I had excess hair on my face - although I did - or struggled to lose weight

"He then sent me for tests, which showed that I had PCOS. I'd never heard of it. He gave me some printed information and said there wasn't much they could do until I wanted to have a family.

HAPPY Rachel "I then discovered that PCOS can cause complications in pregnancy, which worried me as I knew I wanted to have kids.

"But I found the charity Verity, which supports those with PCOS. I've been a volunteer and trustee ever since. You have to learn to be your own advocate, as the condition...

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