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Dr diagnosed me with pcos without bothering to check me or my tests out much (just based on symptoms) he put me on 1500 mg metformin. hba1c and bmi are normal-low.i feel extremely fatigued,nauseous,pale,depressed,weak all time ever since. what to do?

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Dr. Kate Erwin answered

Return: It would be wise to go back to your doctor and report your symptoms so she/he she can advise you on the best next steps. Best of luck!

Answered 11/7/2020

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A member asked:

Dr diagnosed me with pcos without bothering to check me or my tests out much (just based on symptoms) he put me on 1500 mg metformin. hba1c and bmi are normal-low.i feel extremely fatigued,nauseous,pale,depressed,weak all time ever since. what to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kate Erwin answered

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