Got a hypothyroidism diagnosis from my 1st/2nd visit to OBGYN after TTC for 3 months unsuccessfully. Wasn’t wrong, but eventually saw 2 different PCPs to help get it under control and it’s still a little haywire.

A Dr. of Nursing at the OBGYN gave me a referral for an endocrinologist in December and I couldn’t use it because of insurance. In the meantime I got a PCOS diagnosis from my OBGYN office after the 3rd test for it (from 3 different docs at the practice). The 3rd time they only saw it because they gave me Provera to start my period.

PCP didn’t write me an endocrinologist referral until earlier this month (after the PCOS diagnosis and a dip in my depression) because all the issues I’ve had could be from the pituitary glad.

When I went to the endocrinologist he immediately was able to see I have over production of insulin (I’m obese). Sent me for bloodwork which confirmed, but I haven’t seen him to discuss course of action.

Wouldn’t say I had 2nd opinions per se but it’s taken 2 OBGYNs, 2 PCPs, 1 general practitioner, and an endocrinologist to start to get to the bottom of my issues. I’m almost sure there is more they need to check for (why is my body over producing insulin?) so I’m just waiting for the next round of tests and pills and poking and prodding.

Second opinion