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Have pcos, which i take metformin for, and i've been trying to get pregnant for 2 years now. i eat right and exercise still no luck. please help ?

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Dr. Kevin O'neil answered

Specializes in Urogynecology

Fertility specialist: You may need to see a fertility specialist if the metformin isn't helping you ovulate. Also, even if you are ovulating, you and your partner may need to be evaluated to see if there is something preventing you from getting pregnant. Good luck.

Answered 4/17/2017

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