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I've been trying to lose weight since last year and because i have pcos nothing's has been happening? can i ask my doctor for weightloss pills?

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Dr. Jill Earl answered

A Carb issue.: With PCOS you also have difficulty in how your body metabolizes carbohydrates. Eat a low carbohydrate diet. If you wish to try weight loss medication, I advise trying Saxenda, an injectible. Unfortunately many insurances do not pay for this. But it would work well for you.

Answered 1/4/2016

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A member asked:

I've been trying to lose weight since last year and because i have pcos nothing's has been happening? can i ask my doctor for weightloss pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jill Earl answered

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