To others watching, you can have endometriosis without having PCOS. At least in the US (I am a physician) the prevailing hypothesis for the cause of endometriosis is actually a backflow of menses through the Fallopian tubes. This can lead to endometrial tissue anywhere in the abdomen and, in VERY rare cases, in the lungs. Usually it will attach itself to nearby intestines and cause severe pain and even bloody stools in some cases.
Dear Rachel, you provide wonderful, amazing, FREE videos for us. Absolutely no need to apologize for anything, I'm sure everyone is going to enjoy it no matter what! :-)
I have pcos but I'm in the USA and I feel like my endocrinologist doesn't care , they don't help me figure out anything , they just check my levels and send me on my way or give me med to get my period. definitely very frustrating and annoying
nebraskacutie96 I have a combination of PCOS a Prolactinoma (benign tumor in the pituitary), as well as having a hypothyroidism. I see about 3 different specialists and everytime they don't know what to do. I've tried medications and special diets. They continue to act as if it's not a big deal eventhough I feel terrible all the time. I've tried too many doctors to count and no one seems to do anything. Having a possitive attitude is helping me through it,but it can be frustrating, just stick in there!
Same I’m on my second and still not happy anyone out there with a recommendation for Bronx Westchester would really appreciate it! And good luck to you also
Hey guys thanks for watching!! 🖤 If you want to check out the video clip I mentioned, or the Eat Run Lift videos, I've linked them in the description for you!
Rachel Aust hey i had endometriosis twice many years ago ... actually after my last surgery they told me i may won't have children naturally ... i got pregnant a month after surgery :) and by now actually have two kids ... my last surgery was 7 years ago and thank god i never had to deal with endometriosis again ... when i did go in to see a doc/surgeon about it he never said it can't be cured ... sure it can come back any given time after a surgery but i did meet many many woman so far that had it and had surgeries for it and essentially never had it again ... also if you do keep getting it they told me removing my ovaries was an option ... i didn't have children so obviously that wasn't an option for me lol ... and another treatment they told me they had was to be temporarily be put into menopause which wasn't the best option in my case they told me that treatment was best if you're endometriosis is spread ... mine wasn't so it was easy to remove ... they do suggest to get checked by your ob gyn more frequently than healthy woman but like i said chances are that you have your surgery and it won't come back ... endometriosis also seems to be a very very common thing ... i am not a doctor but before when i first got the endometriosis i used to use tampons but ever since my last surgery never used one again i prefer pads now and i do personally feel like that it helped with the endometriosis not coming back and as a tip for all the woman if you do notice you period being unusual (in my case it was extremely painful to the point were i couldn't even use the restroom normally and my period lasted much longer than it should) go to the doctor tell them to check you more thoroughly because obviously like with any sickness it's best being treated sooner than later ... with that being said rachel i hope your surgery is going to go well and that you'll feel better afterwards and hopefully you don't have to deal with it again :)
I have PCOS as well, for a long time, and I do not have a lot facts since it is not well known too much about (real facts) here in Norway, so these videos is very helpful, so i just wanted to say thank you for making these kind of videos, and foods that may help a long the process as well, it helps me personally a lot :) Btw, you are gorgeous
Rachel Aust hey hun I do have endometriosis. ... I also have adenomyosis and had a hysterectomy. Lindsey ..please know these three things about endometriosis a) hysterectomy doesn't cure or make endometriosis go away l, endo alone (without your uterus and ovaries endometriosis will still produce estrogen, I have endo in my lung bladder , I've known other endosisters 💛 who have it in their brain,kindeys) b) whatever you do don't take a drug called lupron or other drugs like it c) please note the normal procedure for endo is ablation but the. thing that will remove endo is excision please look at Dr Redwine's work and the Center for Endometriosis Care in Atlanta Georgia in the United States of America if I think of something else I'll post it ....I wish you well hun 😚
Rachel Aust i have both of them They suck an im finding it hard to deal with because im the only one in the family with the two if them So do you have any tips they help with them Ps im so so glad i find your channel
No such thing as oversharing. I don't even have any of these medical stuff and still watch all the videos because they are informative. Who knows if one of my future friends one day complains about all these symptoms and I could suggest "hey look into this..." because I watched your vids. It's helpful information to know in life :)
Hi Rachel! Much love from Canada. I am 33 years old. I was diagnosed with PCOS at 19, endo at 21 and I have had 5 Laproscopic surgeries since to combat the over growth. If I could give you one word of advice.... unless there is way too much pain to handle, or you don't think you can deal with it any longer don't do any surgery to laser off the endo. I am now dealing with so many issues that have gotten worse because there is so many adhesions and scar tissue from the surgeries that I am not only having issues with endo pain but I have bowel problems, bladder issues and hip pain constantly that I had to stop working out. It really sucks because I worked out as much as you do. I love your videos and really admire you for putting yourself out there. 💖💖✌🏻🙏🥑
I had 2 surgeries for endometriosis in the past, and it was the best decision I made! Highly worth it!! I was able to live like a human for once, after the surgeries.
Rachel, it's great that you are talking about PCOS on your channel, many women are suffering from PCOS but it has become some kind of a social taboo. Best of luck, you are a strong person!
Thank you Rachel for doing what you do. Totally get what you mean about being a private person - all the more grateful that you are willing to put out these videos anyway. Can assure you they are a godsend to many people!
Hi Rachel. after you videos on PCOS i got my self check out and I got PCOS also, and my doctor, she said I more or less had to workout and go to a nutritionist to see over my diet. At the moment im just working out and im doing good and just waiting for my appointment with the nutritionist. Over all im very healthy down there beside the PCOS. SO THANK YOU for making these videos
HI Rachel! Just a tip for leaky gut, yes cold food is not good especially on an empty stomach. Drink hot/warm water first thing in the morning is way better than drinking cold one
I have pcos and endometriosis, it is horrible. I was lucky enough to have my son early at 18, I am 24 now and I'm having a hysterectomy at the end of the year. Ive just discovered your channel today and im so excited to watch the rest of your videos
These kind of videos are so crucial to remove the stigma about female reproductive organ, genetic and awareness about our overall health and wellness. I myself have suffered from fibroids for yrs and finally had surgery thanks to the advancement in technology that can address these issues for women and help them with their fertility if/when they wanna have kids in the future. Good luck with your surgery Rachel, wishing you speedy recovery.
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Thanks for sharing this, babes! Really brings awareness on what other women are going through. I also have painful, yet very bearable periods, nothing a hot water pouch and a pill of ibuprofen can't cure. Wish you all the health in the world, Rachel, really impressed by how strong you remained while going through all of this. Hugs! ♡
I've had two surgeries to deal with endometriosis. Best decision I ever made. I now live pain free and treat it through exercise and a tablet a day. I hope your outcome is as good as mine or even better 😊
Hey Rachel, I'm a foster carer for rescue dogs and a lot of them come in with digestive issues, especially leaky gut. I make up a bone broth and use kefir as a probiotic. It helps them so much. Look it up if you haven't already because I'm not very good at explaining. 😅 If it wasn't a veg I would be consuming it myself because it has so many benefits. I'm battling digestive issues as well. All the best with your health x
Thank you for these videos 🖤 it's great to see someone JUST like me on here! I, too, have PCOS, am eating LCHF, weight lift, and love everything beauty. Thank you, Rachel! I'm sharing your channel to my PCOS support group!
Just want to say thank you for talking about this, it really helps to know that I'm not alone and there are others out there like me. I have been watching your videos for a good while now and I am always happy to see a new video. And good luck with the surgery
I have PCOS and Endometriosis too, it's the worst pain in the world. I'm the same- unbearable pain, can't move or do anything for an entire day or two and I have a really high pain threshold (I work with horses, have done my whole life and I've been trampled, kicked, squashed, fallen on, injured from using farm machinery and I have never ever been bothered about an injury, i walk it all off, but this shit is unbearable to deal with for a day or so!). I had an op when I was 13, that was how I found out I had it as they thought it was my appendix, I had to have my pelvis drained too and I have the worst scars ever still 8 years later! Good luck with your surgery!x
I've been a follower of yours on instagram for a while but recently started following you on youtube! I am super super thankful you posted these vlogs on PCOS as I am currently in the midst of getting tested for it. For a long time now I haven't known what was going on with my body but something was very off. I have a lot of symptoms you have mentioned (weight in strange areas even though I train was always something I couldn't understand!) and it has made me feel a lot more confident I am on the right track to finally getting an answer! Thanks again! 🙏🏻
Rachel i feel for you, i hope everything goes well for you. I was diagnosed with endometriosis stage 4 when i was 22 and was battling it for years. The excruciating pain put my life on hold for years,nothing worked for me until i was put on prostap injections for 7 months witch cleared up all my cysts and adhesions and then i had a mirena coil fitted. I had it for 2 years, never felt better,then decided that i wanted to try for a baby and had the coil removed. My baby is due next month:), i will have the coil replaced as soon as possible after birth. I know that battling endo may feel never ending but it can get better, stay strong.
im exactly the same with the painful periods. i have actually passed out multiple times from the pain. i seriously cannot cope. 😂 i just have to lie in bed for 2 days with hot water bottles and severe pain killers. still doesnt touch the pain. drs arent doing anything about it except for giving me pain killers which practically knock me out. being female is crappy sometimes.
After 20+ years of living with excruciating pain I finally had a full hysterectomy last September. My husband and I did adopt our son as I had numerous issues with my reproductive system.....mostly scar tissue from surgeries in my early twenties. The doctors suspected endometriosis but could never diagnose it as I wasn't able to have a laparoscopy. My advice as well is to get this seen to ASAP. I didn't know I had so many problems until we were trying to get pregnant. It took so much time just getting tests, then results, then discussing options, etc. It took us 7 years from when we started trying for a child until our son came to us. Time passes quickly.😢
I have endometriosis. I just had my second surgery in 16 months. I hope your surgery goes well!! Do lots of research and find out what works best for you. Everybody is different!
You are brave, Rachel! Getting this question solved (with a surgery) may be a turning point in your life, a good turning point :) And laparoscopic surgery is the best technology there is, with fast recovery, and awesome results. Wish you health!
Hey Rachel! You look great through it all anyway -- you can do this chica, and you'll feel a gazillion times better once this is all over! By the way, I happen to work in a health industry and I can tell you diagnoses of endometriosis and PCOS are plentiful; you are NOT alone !! You're doing great, keep going xo
Hi Rachel, I really hope it's not endometriosis but no matter what, you're a strong woman and I wish you all the best! Just one thing, normally when your level of glucose in the blood goes up, insulin is released from your beta cells in the pancreas (so insulin spikes after a meal), so if you are eating more meals, more insulin is released not the other way around :) I'm a med student, just so you know :) Sending regards from Austria :**
I have pcos and have been on a gluten free, dairy free, caffeine free, and low sugar diet. I have been taking DIM as a supplement every other day or so for the past month. Have you looked into DIM? Also, have you noticed a difference with the Myo inositol? My current supplements are magnesium, vitamin d, DIM, and then I am on a cream hormone therapy. Love watching your videos on this stuff! I went years without being diagnosed so I enjoy seeing your process and being able to figure stuff out.
I also have PCOS among another hormonal condition. I've always had to use meds to push a AF on so never thought twice about the pain down to my knees during that time. During a surgery to fix a filopian tube before starting infertility tx, during surgery they discovered I have endometriosis and worse polyps then thought. Here in America no insurance coverage for infertility tx and we ran out of fund after only a few cycles and still are not parents. However I am thankful for that surgery, it has given more correct insight to my condition. Thank you for sharing your journey. I was recovered in about 7 days from the surgery.
Hi, studied medical sciences - (5.30) When blood sugar drops, insulin drops as well and when blood sugar rises, insulin rises and causes weight gain because it promotes the storage of fats. Please check that info. I have polycystic ovaries and blood sugar issues , and a ketogenic diet has worked wonders. I don't eat beans, grains or carbs. Even sugary fruit are a no no because they have been bred to be too sweet. Regular meals with carbs are no good for you no matter how healthy if they contain complex carbs or sweet fruit.
I literally just had the same laparoscopic surgery two weeks ago yesterday. Thankfully I don't have endometriosis, but the doctor said I do have some "pre-cancer changes" in the endometrium which is a whole other topic besides the PCOS. As far as the surgery itself, it's really not that bad. I didn't have any endometriosis cut out, so I can't speak for that, but the recovery I had is a full two weeks, but the pain is not bad. I was cleaning my house the next day (carefully of course)-and no vacuuming or lifting. And only three incisions on my abdomen. One inside my belly button and two on the left side of the mid-abdomen. They are small and will be barely noticeable once they are completely healed. I hope this helps ease your mind or anyone else's if they have to do the surgery and are nervous or worried about it. I was so nervous, and the worst part was the groggy feeling of waking up after. You girls can do it!! :)
Hi Rachel, thank you so much for sharing your pcos story with us, I also suffer with pcos.... I have done for over 10 years now, I am so looking forward to taking on some of your tips and I really hope they work as good for me as they have for you :) I have so many symptoms to deal with that I do suffer with depression on top of it all, anyway thank you again for sharing and I'm so happy I came across your videos, much love x
New subscriber - I totally understand painful periods. At 17 I was told I had Endo & had a 50/50 chance of getting pregnant. I had developed many fibroids & bled heavily. I had a thermal ablation - HUGE mistake for me. The blood built it over time. The pain became worse - I was given, percocet & other pain meds. Finally wound up in ER with a very bloated tummy & SEVERE pain. 3 weeks later I had a total hysterectomy. Thankfully, for me, I had 1 child prior.
Great video! very educational, I don't have PCOS myself but my sister in law does and I will be showing her your videos to let her know that there are many things you can do to try and help! xxx
I have endometriosis. All my mom's side of the family has it. I didn't have it. Then I got a tumor that almost give me cancer and they found out I had it. Cause of my relatives having it, My mom started to take me to the gynecologist a young age. Thanks to that, I could said it save my life. I have deeply thankful for my mom not having tabus about taking me so young to the doctor even when I didn't have it back then. I would suggest to go every trimester to the doc, I do and that blood test too. Cause the primary issue that we have with endometriosis is fertility and maybe at the moment you are not thinking in wanting kids but you never know. I am married and at the moment I don't have kids, don't know if I want some at the moment. But I am one of the few women with endometriosis without fertility problems. The pain, it is horrible, but if you take the right birth-control for you it would make a huge difference. Also, Endometriosis can cause depression as a mental illness in some cases. Sadly, endometriosis yet doesn't have a cure. Beside that the only thing I can't say to you, is that you aren't alone in this, theres millions of women having it, and although sometimes it makes you feel like crap having it. Always remember you have a support group of people all over the world that gives you virtual hugs everyday.
I think I have Endometriosis along with all my other Chronic Illnesses but I've had a gynecologist tell me it's not a big deal. So now I just take the pill for four months straight to stop me from having my period. It's frustrating that they won't diagnose me but the pill has helped. I love your videos Rach ❤️❤️
I have endometriosis. I found out last year and I had two surgeries. I've had those painful periods pretty much since I got it when I was 11, was never told anything about reproductive disorders, I was just pumped with birth control pills and pain killers and that helped for a while but then it didn't. So after insisting on an ultrasound with my family doctor they found a large cyst they thought was cancerous, I was referred to a gynecologist, and she did an exploratory laprascopy and excision. Turns out that because of the endo my right fallopian tube was actually twisted and tied down with lesions and that made it look like a tumor through ultrasound.
I hope you have a lovely time in Hong Kong! Hopefully you don't have endometriosis, but regardless of the outcome, you have a lot of support in your social media community. :) Take care! ♥
Nice PCOS video. Could you explain more about that tea ☕️? Maybe take us to the shop you went and have the guy explain it. I live near San Francisco and can get mostly anything herb 🌿 related.
Hi! I suffered for many years with very heavy (the first day of my cycle) and very painful periods. I actually had to stay home from school, (excused) etcetera on the first day due to pain, vomiting, etc. They initially thought I had endometriosis but thankfully, I did not. It was quite the horrible experience. I feel for you and pray you do not have it. I know the pill did not work for you, but that was the only thing that helped. My cousin actually suffers and has had several surgeries due to endometriosis. Praying you have a speedy recovery, post surgery.
:( I feel you with the Daily temperature. I think it's hotter this year than it ever has been. these recipes look amazing. you are an amazing woman Rachael, keep fighting the good fight.
Thank you for sharing your journey, I too have pcos and endometriosis and had to have key whole surgery to remove cysts and serve endo and also struggle with Cronic fatigue and auto immune issues ! You've inspired me to find a doctor to re look into things and re look at my diet etc btw I was put on metformin and got pregnant 2 weeks later with my now 2 year old daughter :)
I was wondering since you are a highly active person how long do you plan ''taking off'' while recovering from surgery ? I've been watching your videos and I'm impressed at how much stuff you get done in a day. I also have pcos and other hormonal issues so these videos are super helpfull and since many women are suffering from these issues it helps you to connect with your wievers !I hope all goes well and have fun in Hong Kong !
+Rachel Aust I have endometriosis and after my laparoscopic surgery I felt a little better. I had a lot of cyst, and scar tissue. My periods still hurt me, but t.m.i alert sex felt much better. I hope everything goes well for you after you have yours.
I love these! Even though I don't have PSCOS I do suffer from Hypothyroidism. I have a terrible wheat allergy too so these videos inspire me to cook similarly to you! Feel better!!
Oh, man, I have endometriosis and it seriously sucks. I've had issues basically since I started my period at the age of eleven but didn't get diagnosed until I was 35 when I got my tubes tied last year and my doctor saw it during the surgery. I'm trying to put off another surgery for as long as I can through dietary adjustments and supplementation but I know it's going to have to happen at some point because the adhesions can cause serious damage. I'm sorry you are dealing with this but I appreciate you being open about it because while I wouldn't wish this on anyone it does help to know that I'm not the only one.
Thank you so much for sharing all this info with us, we can all learn from each other! I hope Hong Kong goes well and the surgery afterwards. Sounds like you're a strong girl inside and out :-) Love your puppy he is too cute!!!
I love your PCOS videos even tough I don't have it myself, but I have some other health issues which do have to do with changing my diet and everything. So I really love seeing that other peopke find ways to better deals with thei issues and so I will be able to do so too! ♥ I'd love to see vlogs during the time around the surgery, pretty interested into that!
You should try acupuncture! A lot of studies have been done and have been shown to be very effective. I work at an IVF acupuncture specialty clinic and we get great results.
Rachel i'm also suffering from PCOS that is why i'm having hair on my lower belly n back...i feel too insecure for that..would u film a video how to wax whole body at home!!!plz!!!
Rachel!!!!!! I LOVE U!!! I wish you the best and hope your flight for Hong Kong will be good and hope the surgery will go well! I HAVE NO DOUBT YOU'LL BE GREAT BY THE WAY I LOVED THE VIDEO YOU DID THIS WEEK don't apologize for the amazing work you do. you posted the best you could and F*** anyone who says otherwise
I had my fourth laprascopic surgery earlier this year for my endometriosis. Highly recommended getting a wheat bag to help with recovery and as much as it hurt try walk as much as you can around the house to help release the gas they use during the surgery. Or else this gas can travel up to your shoulder sockets and it is painful (I didn't believe my gynaecologist the first time.. Rookie mistake). I understand you have negative symptoms with contraceptives, but my current gynaecologist recommended Mirena and it has helped my endometriosis massively. X
Stephanie Beacroft I've had gas pain up in the shoulder sockets before and you're absolutely right how painful it is. I always thought how strange it was to get gas up there. I've had abdominal surgeries and I guess that's why they want you to walk as much as possible after.
Oh you have genetic pcos. Then i understand. Im so sorry i hope the surgery goes well and that the pain goes away for good, lots of luck and love to you
Ah it looks like your tea is made majority of roots and barks, and you are making a decoction out of it when you boil them as opposed to just steeping them with hot water (infusion) for a limited amount of time. It's a herbalism thing. :) Don't worry about falling behind, much better to reduce your stress levels than worry about these things. I can't find inositol anywhere in my country and bringing in stuff from other countries can get so expensive! Wish I can find a source soon. But I do take some teas, Evening Primrose Oil and other supplements as well.
Im finding these videos very useful as i have the same thing and ive only recently found out so im pretty much just binge watching to counteract the PCOS symptoms i have been put on the pill.
Where I live we mostly eat potatoes, peas, cabbage and rice... like every day... almost every meal... and no doctor is advising us to stop eating those things to cure PCOS. Can somebody explain me the problem with carbs?
I've never had a doctor tell me to change my diet, even though I've been dealing with PCOS for 20 years. For some reason, most doctors don't deal with dietary needs (even though it's really important to our health). The issue with carbs is that it's sugar, and PCOS increases your insulin resistance, meaning your body isn't breaking down the sugars you eat (think of diabetes). In essence, most women with PCOS can become prediabetic/diabetic. Because of that it's important to lower your simple carbohydrates intake. Also dairy products increase testosterone levels.
I have pcos too. It's the lean pcos type. I have painful periods 2/3 days bed ridden. Waiting on diagnostic lapporoscopy for suspected endo, cervical stenosis and anomalies.. eating every 4 hours has helped to regulate my period but they're still hard to track. I just recently had a ruptured cyst with free fluid was the worst pain I've had. Constant stabbing pain over the left ovary...
I love learning about your story as I have insulin resistance and I can try and adopt some of your eating tips. I'm going for a check up on the 2nd after a 4 month medication trial ( mines genetic and I was also lacking in a hormone within the small Intestine, ive forgotten its name though) so until then I can't make drastic changes but I hope your surgery goes well!
Great video! I'm really in weird place with my PCOS diagnosis now being away for college, but having all my doctor's in my hometown. Would you list some of the supplements you're taking in the description as well please?
I have both of those contitions and I already had surgery. Sadly I have to tell you neither of the things they did ("burning" out the endometriosis und punctuating the ovaries) had any lasting effects. Both are back by now which is two years later. My new doctor said it only really makes sense to have surgery for those if you want to get pregnant because both of those conditions will always come back in short time. I now have to take the anti baby pill every single day without the pause of getting my periode. I still really hope this will work out for you but maybe get a second opinion? Surgery is always dangerous, you shouldn't have to risk that for nothing. (I hope that's readable, I'm obviously not a native speaker).
i'm 14 and i have suspected endometriosis but because i'm so young i can't detect it, i hope ur ok because it is very painful, i'm also on a no carb diet witch is sooo hard but i've found if i allow myself to eat carbs i feel horrible and bloated and the pain gets worse
I don't know if you have covered this in another video that I didn't watch but have you ever tried Vitex Agnus Castus for pcos? Or Maybe someone that is reading this comment tried it, I heard that sometimes it can help even if you don't have pcos but "regular" pms symptoms.
To others watching, you can have endometriosis without having PCOS. At least in the US (I am a physician) the prevailing hypothesis for the cause of endometriosis is actually a backflow of menses through the Fallopian tubes. This can lead to endometrial tissue anywhere in the abdomen and, in VERY rare cases, in the lungs. Usually it will attach itself to nearby intestines and cause severe pain and even bloody stools in some cases.
These series have been the most helpful thing for my PCOS! Thank you so much for doing this!
Dear Rachel, you provide wonderful, amazing, FREE videos for us. Absolutely no need to apologize for anything, I'm sure everyone is going to enjoy it no matter what! :-)
I have pcos but I'm in the USA and I feel like my endocrinologist doesn't care , they don't help me figure out anything , they just check my levels and send me on my way or give me med to get my period. definitely very frustrating and annoying
nebraskacutie96 see a different provider
nebraskacutie96 I have a combination of PCOS a Prolactinoma (benign tumor in the pituitary), as well as having a hypothyroidism. I see about 3 different specialists and everytime they don't know what to do. I've tried medications and special diets. They continue to act as if it's not a big deal eventhough I feel terrible all the time. I've tried too many doctors to count and no one seems to do anything. Having a possitive attitude is helping me through it,but it can be frustrating, just stick in there!
nebraskacutie96 try homeopathy..eat healthy exercise..I have pcos too😔
Same I’m on my second and still not happy anyone out there with a recommendation for Bronx Westchester would really appreciate it! And good luck to you also
Same here
Hey guys thanks for watching!! 🖤 If you want to check out the video clip I mentioned, or the Eat Run Lift videos, I've linked them in the description for you!
Rachel Aust do you know your anti-mullerian hormone level? I have PCOS and just got mine checked again and my levels have gone higher 🙄
Rachel Aust hey i had endometriosis twice many years ago ... actually after my last surgery they told me i may won't have children naturally ... i got pregnant a month after surgery :) and by now actually have two kids ... my last surgery was 7 years ago and thank god i never had to deal with endometriosis again ... when i did go in to see a doc/surgeon about it he never said it can't be cured ... sure it can come back any given time after a surgery but i did meet many many woman so far that had it and had surgeries for it and essentially never had it again ... also if you do keep getting it they told me removing my ovaries was an option ... i didn't have children so obviously that wasn't an option for me lol ... and another treatment they told me they had was to be temporarily be put into menopause which wasn't the best option in my case they told me that treatment was best if you're endometriosis is spread ... mine wasn't so it was easy to remove ... they do suggest to get checked by your ob gyn more frequently than healthy woman but like i said chances are that you have your surgery and it won't come back ... endometriosis also seems to be a very very common thing ... i am not a doctor but before when i first got the endometriosis i used to use tampons but ever since my last surgery never used one again i prefer pads now and i do personally feel like that it helped with the endometriosis not coming back and as a tip for all the woman if you do notice you period being unusual (in my case it was extremely painful to the point were i couldn't even use the restroom normally and my period lasted much longer than it should) go to the doctor tell them to check you more thoroughly because obviously like with any sickness it's best being treated sooner than later ... with that being said rachel i hope your surgery is going to go well and that you'll feel better afterwards and hopefully you don't have to deal with it again :)
I have PCOS as well, for a long time, and I do not have a lot facts since it is not well known too much about (real facts) here in Norway, so these videos is very helpful, so i just wanted to say thank you for making these kind of videos, and foods that may help a long the process as well, it helps me personally a lot :) Btw, you are gorgeous
Rachel Aust hey hun I do have endometriosis. ...
I also have adenomyosis and had a hysterectomy. Lindsey ..please know these three things about endometriosis
a) hysterectomy doesn't cure or make endometriosis go away l, endo alone (without your uterus and ovaries endometriosis will still produce estrogen, I have endo in my lung bladder , I've known other endosisters 💛 who have it in their brain,kindeys)
b) whatever you do don't take a drug called lupron or other drugs like it
c) please note the normal procedure for endo is ablation but the. thing that will remove endo is excision
please look at Dr Redwine's work and the Center for Endometriosis Care in Atlanta Georgia in the United States of America
if I think of something else I'll post it
....I wish you well hun 😚
Rachel Aust i have both of them
They suck an im finding it hard to deal with because im the only one in the family with the two if them
So do you have any tips they help with them
Ps im so so glad i find your channel
No such thing as oversharing. I don't even have any of these medical stuff and still watch all the videos because they are informative. Who knows if one of my future friends one day complains about all these symptoms and I could suggest "hey look into this..." because I watched your vids. It's helpful information to know in life :)
Hi Rachel! Much love from Canada. I am 33 years old. I was diagnosed with PCOS at 19, endo at 21 and I have had 5 Laproscopic surgeries since to combat the over growth. If I could give you one word of advice.... unless there is way too much pain to handle, or you don't think you can deal with it any longer don't do any surgery to laser off the endo. I am now dealing with so many issues that have gotten worse because there is so many adhesions and scar tissue from the surgeries that I am not only having issues with endo pain but I have bowel problems, bladder issues and hip pain constantly that I had to stop working out. It really sucks because I worked out as much as you do. I love your videos and really admire you for putting yourself out there. 💖💖✌🏻🙏🥑
Glad u shared this excision is gold standard for endo
I was diagnosed this week with PCOS and immediately I remembered your videos talking about it💕 Thank you so so much!!!
I had 2 surgeries for endometriosis in the past, and it was the best decision I made! Highly worth it!! I was able to live like a human for once, after the surgeries.
Rachel, it's great that you are talking about PCOS on your channel, many women are suffering from PCOS but it has become some kind of a social taboo. Best of luck, you are a strong person!
Thank you Rachel for doing what you do. Totally get what you mean about being a private person - all the more grateful that you are willing to put out these videos anyway. Can assure you they are a godsend to many people!
Hang in there Rachel! You are one strong woman! All the best from the PH
+Blanksphere 🖤🖤
Hi Rachel. after you videos on PCOS i got my self check out and I got PCOS also, and my doctor, she said I more or less had to workout and go to a nutritionist to see over my diet. At the moment im just working out and im doing good and just waiting for my appointment with the nutritionist. Over all im very healthy down there beside the PCOS. SO THANK YOU for making these videos
HI Rachel! Just a tip for leaky gut, yes cold food is not good especially on an empty stomach. Drink hot/warm water first thing in the morning is way better than drinking cold one
While its personal you stay completely objective & professional 👍🏼
I have pcos and endometriosis, it is horrible. I was lucky enough to have my son early at 18, I am 24 now and I'm having a hysterectomy at the end of the year. Ive just discovered your channel today and im so excited to watch the rest of your videos
These kind of videos are so crucial to remove the stigma about female reproductive organ, genetic and awareness about our overall health and wellness. I myself have suffered from fibroids for yrs and finally had surgery thanks to the advancement in technology that can address these issues for women and help them with their fertility if/when they wanna have kids in the future.
Good luck with your surgery Rachel, wishing you speedy recovery.
Thanks for sharing this, babes! Really brings awareness on what other women are going through. I also have painful, yet very bearable periods, nothing a hot water pouch and a pill of ibuprofen can't cure. Wish you all the health in the world, Rachel, really impressed by how strong you remained while going through all of this. Hugs! ♡
I've had two surgeries to deal with endometriosis. Best decision I ever made. I now live pain free and treat it through exercise and a tablet a day. I hope your outcome is as good as mine or even better 😊
+A Valentine that's amazing to hear!
Hey Rachel, I'm a foster carer for rescue dogs and a lot of them come in with digestive issues, especially leaky gut. I make up a bone broth and use kefir as a probiotic. It helps them so much. Look it up if you haven't already because I'm not very good at explaining. 😅 If it wasn't a veg I would be consuming it myself because it has so many benefits. I'm battling digestive issues as well. All the best with your health x
Thank you for these videos 🖤 it's great to see someone JUST like me on here! I, too, have PCOS, am eating LCHF, weight lift, and love everything beauty. Thank you, Rachel! I'm sharing your channel to my PCOS support group!
the fact that you're so close to 400K makes me so freaking happy :)
Just want to say thank you for talking about this, it really helps to know that I'm not alone and there are others out there like me. I have been watching your videos for a good while now and I am always happy to see a new video. And good luck with the surgery
Hope the surgery goes smoothly and everything turns out well for you. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I have PCOS and Endometriosis too, it's the worst pain in the world. I'm the same- unbearable pain, can't move or do anything for an entire day or two and I have a really high pain threshold (I work with horses, have done my whole life and I've been trampled, kicked, squashed, fallen on, injured from using farm machinery and I have never ever been bothered about an injury, i walk it all off, but this shit is unbearable to deal with for a day or so!). I had an op when I was 13, that was how I found out I had it as they thought it was my appendix, I had to have my pelvis drained too and I have the worst scars ever still 8 years later!
Good luck with your surgery!x
I've been a follower of yours on instagram for a while but recently started following you on youtube!
I am super super thankful you posted these vlogs on PCOS as I am currently in the midst of getting tested for it. For a long time now I haven't known what was going on with my body but something was very off. I have a lot of symptoms you have mentioned (weight in strange areas even though I train was always something I couldn't understand!) and it has made me feel a lot more confident I am on the right track to finally getting an answer!
Thanks again! 🙏🏻
Rachel i feel for you, i hope everything goes well for you. I was diagnosed with endometriosis stage 4 when i was 22 and was battling it for years. The excruciating pain put my life on hold for years,nothing worked for me until i was put on prostap injections for 7 months witch cleared up all my cysts and adhesions and then i had a mirena coil fitted. I had it for 2 years, never felt better,then decided that i wanted to try for a baby and had the coil removed. My baby is due next month:), i will have the coil replaced as soon as possible after birth.
I know that battling endo may feel never ending but it can get better, stay strong.
Don't worry about getting behind it happens to everyone :)
+sparklinggrey3 thanks for understanding! 🖤
im exactly the same with the painful periods. i have actually passed out multiple times from the pain. i seriously cannot cope. 😂 i just have to lie in bed for 2 days with hot water bottles and severe pain killers. still doesnt touch the pain. drs arent doing anything about it except for giving me pain killers which practically knock me out. being female is crappy sometimes.
My sister was just like that. turns out she had a huge syst on her ovaries. she had it removed
hanzib31 for sure see a different doctor.
Cheryl Moore ive seen about 10 😂 including 2 gynos 😣
After 20+ years of living with excruciating pain I finally had a full hysterectomy last September. My husband and I did adopt our son as I had numerous issues with my reproductive system.....mostly scar tissue from surgeries in my early twenties. The doctors suspected endometriosis but could never diagnose it as I wasn't able to have a laparoscopy. My advice as well is to get this seen to ASAP. I didn't know I had so many problems until we were trying to get pregnant. It took so much time just getting tests, then results, then discussing options, etc. It took us 7 years from when we started trying for a child until our son came to us. Time passes quickly.😢
you are coming to hk?? yeeeeeeeah !
But its chinese new year on 28th and most small businesses wont be open the first week of cny.
I have endometriosis. I just had my second surgery in 16 months. I hope your surgery goes well!! Do lots of research and find out what works best for you. Everybody is different!
You are brave, Rachel! Getting this question solved (with a surgery) may be a turning point in your life, a good turning point :) And laparoscopic surgery is the best technology there is, with fast recovery, and awesome results. Wish you health!
Thank you for being so open and honest about your journey fighting PCOS. I suffer from it as well and your videos help me a lot.
Hey Rachel! You look great through it all anyway -- you can do this chica, and you'll feel a gazillion times better once this is all over! By the way, I happen to work in a health industry and I can tell you diagnoses of endometriosis and PCOS are plentiful; you are NOT alone !! You're doing great, keep going xo
Hi Rachel, I really hope it's not endometriosis but no matter what, you're a strong woman and I wish you all the best!
Just one thing, normally when your level of glucose in the blood goes up, insulin is released from your beta cells in the pancreas (so insulin spikes after a meal), so if you are eating more meals, more insulin is released not the other way around :)
I'm a med student, just so you know :)
Sending regards from Austria :**
I love when you use this normal voice instead of the exaggerated spa voice. Much nicer to listen to!
Good luck on your surgery my love, everything will be fine and you will conquer this year!
I have pcos and have been on a gluten free, dairy free, caffeine free, and low sugar diet. I have been taking DIM as a supplement every other day or so for the past month. Have you looked into DIM? Also, have you noticed a difference with the Myo inositol? My current supplements are magnesium, vitamin d, DIM, and then I am on a cream hormone therapy.
Love watching your videos on this stuff! I went years without being diagnosed so I enjoy seeing your process and being able to figure stuff out.
I also have PCOS among another hormonal condition. I've always had to use meds to push a AF on so never thought twice about the pain down to my knees during that time. During a surgery to fix a filopian tube before starting infertility tx, during surgery they discovered I have endometriosis and worse polyps then thought.
Here in America no insurance coverage for infertility tx and we ran out of fund after only a few cycles and still are not parents. However I am thankful for that surgery, it has given more correct insight to my condition.
Thank you for sharing your journey. I was recovered in about 7 days from the surgery.
This is exactly what I'm going through now. Thank you for bringing awareness!
I'm glad you can relate. You're not alone in this PCOS journey 🌱
Hi, studied medical sciences - (5.30) When blood sugar drops, insulin drops as well and when blood sugar rises, insulin rises and causes weight gain because it promotes the storage of fats. Please check that info. I have polycystic ovaries and blood sugar issues , and a ketogenic diet has worked wonders. I don't eat beans, grains or carbs. Even sugary fruit are a no no because they have been bred to be too sweet. Regular meals with carbs are no good for you no matter how healthy if they contain complex carbs or sweet fruit.
I literally just had the same laparoscopic surgery two weeks ago yesterday. Thankfully I don't have endometriosis, but the doctor said I do have some "pre-cancer changes" in the endometrium which is a whole other topic besides the PCOS. As far as the surgery itself, it's really not that bad. I didn't have any endometriosis cut out, so I can't speak for that, but the recovery I had is a full two weeks, but the pain is not bad. I was cleaning my house the next day (carefully of course)-and no vacuuming or lifting. And only three incisions on my abdomen. One inside my belly button and two on the left side of the mid-abdomen. They are small and will be barely noticeable once they are completely healed. I hope this helps ease your mind or anyone else's if they have to do the surgery and are nervous or worried about it. I was so nervous, and the worst part was the groggy feeling of waking up after. You girls can do it!! :)
I hope you feel better after your surgery! I had a D&C 20 years ago and it helped me so much!
Hi Rachel, thank you so much for sharing your pcos story with us, I also suffer with pcos.... I have done for over 10 years now, I am so looking forward to taking on some of your tips and I really hope they work as good for me as they have for you :) I have so many symptoms to deal with that I do suffer with depression on top of it all, anyway thank you again for sharing and I'm so happy I came across your videos, much love x
Could you pretty please do a video about leaky gut? I would love for you to share what you know about it. Thanks
New subscriber - I totally understand painful periods. At 17 I was told I had Endo & had a 50/50 chance of getting pregnant. I had developed many fibroids & bled heavily. I had a thermal ablation - HUGE mistake for me. The blood built it over time. The pain became worse - I was given, percocet & other pain meds. Finally wound up in ER with a very bloated tummy & SEVERE pain. 3 weeks later I had a total hysterectomy. Thankfully, for me, I had 1 child prior.
Great video! very educational, I don't have PCOS myself but my sister in law does and I will be showing her your videos to let her know that there are many things you can do to try and help! xxx
I have endometriosis. All my mom's side of the family has it. I didn't have it. Then I got a tumor that almost give me cancer and they found out I had it. Cause of my relatives having it, My mom started to take me to the gynecologist a young age. Thanks to that, I could said it save my life. I have deeply thankful for my mom not having tabus about taking me so young to the doctor even when I didn't have it back then. I would suggest to go every trimester to the doc, I do and that blood test too. Cause the primary issue that we have with endometriosis is fertility and maybe at the moment you are not thinking in wanting kids but you never know. I am married and at the moment I don't have kids, don't know if I want some at the moment. But I am one of the few women with endometriosis without fertility problems. The pain, it is horrible, but if you take the right birth-control for you it would make a huge difference. Also, Endometriosis can cause depression as a mental illness in some cases. Sadly, endometriosis yet doesn't have a cure. Beside that the only thing I can't say to you, is that you aren't alone in this, theres millions of women having it, and although sometimes it makes you feel like crap having it. Always remember you have a support group of people all over the world that gives you virtual hugs everyday.
I think I have Endometriosis along with all my other Chronic Illnesses but I've had a gynecologist tell me it's not a big deal. So now I just take the pill for four months straight to stop me from having my period. It's frustrating that they won't diagnose me but the pill has helped.
I love your videos Rach ❤️❤️
Rachel please don't be sorry about uploading this. we miss you and worry for you. thank you for sharing your journey with us.
I have endometriosis. I found out last year and I had two surgeries. I've had those painful periods pretty much since I got it when I was 11, was never told anything about reproductive disorders, I was just pumped with birth control pills and pain killers and that helped for a while but then it didn't. So after insisting on an ultrasound with my family doctor they found a large cyst they thought was cancerous, I was referred to a gynecologist, and she did an exploratory laprascopy and excision. Turns out that because of the endo my right fallopian tube was actually twisted and tied down with lesions and that made it look like a tumor through ultrasound.
With your tea, how do you not poke yourself with the sticks???? I have never seen a tea like that, made me laugh when you said stick tea. I love you!
hey rachel. the content of your videos is great as well as the quality. you have an eye for the detail! greets from austria
I hope you have a lovely time in Hong Kong! Hopefully you don't have endometriosis, but regardless of the outcome, you have a lot of support in your social media community. :) Take care! ♥
Nice PCOS video.
Could you explain more about that tea ☕️? Maybe take us to the shop you went and have the guy explain it. I live near San Francisco and can get mostly anything herb 🌿 related.
Hi! I suffered for many years with very heavy (the first day of my cycle) and very painful periods. I actually had to stay home from school, (excused) etcetera on the first day due to pain, vomiting, etc. They initially thought I had endometriosis but thankfully, I did not. It was quite the horrible experience. I feel for you and pray you do not have it. I know the pill did not work for you, but that was the only thing that helped. My cousin actually suffers and has had several surgeries due to endometriosis. Praying you have a speedy recovery, post surgery.
:( I feel you with the Daily temperature. I think it's hotter this year than it ever has been.
these recipes look amazing.
you are an amazing woman Rachael, keep fighting the good fight.
+Allan Thompson thanks Allan! 🙂😇
Thank you for sharing your journey, I too have pcos and endometriosis and had to have key whole surgery to remove cysts and serve endo and also struggle with Cronic fatigue and auto immune issues ! You've inspired me to find a doctor to re look into things and re look at my diet etc btw I was put on metformin and got pregnant 2 weeks later with my now 2 year old daughter :)
Thank you for the update. Sending you love and respect always.
Rachel God bless you. Praying for your surgery to go well. Wishing you the best.
I was wondering since you are a highly active person how long do you plan ''taking off'' while recovering from surgery ? I've been watching your videos and I'm impressed at how much stuff you get done in a day. I also have pcos and other hormonal issues so these videos are super helpfull and since many women are suffering from these issues it helps you to connect with your wievers !I hope all goes well and have fun in Hong Kong !
+Rachel Aust I have endometriosis and after my laparoscopic surgery I felt a little better. I had a lot of cyst, and scar tissue. My periods still hurt me, but t.m.i alert sex felt much better. I hope everything goes well for you after you have yours.
Very cute when you noticed your doggie...both of you cute! I know what that's like my doggie show up out of nowhere too...: )
I love these! Even though I don't have PSCOS I do suffer from Hypothyroidism. I have a terrible wheat allergy too so these videos inspire me to cook similarly to you! Feel better!!
Oh, man, I have endometriosis and it seriously sucks. I've had issues basically since I started my period at the age of eleven but didn't get diagnosed until I was 35 when I got my tubes tied last year and my doctor saw it during the surgery. I'm trying to put off another surgery for as long as I can through dietary adjustments and supplementation but I know it's going to have to happen at some point because the adhesions can cause serious damage. I'm sorry you are dealing with this but I appreciate you being open about it because while I wouldn't wish this on anyone it does help to know that I'm not the only one.
Thank you so much for sharing all this info with us, we can all learn from each other! I hope Hong Kong goes well and the surgery afterwards. Sounds like you're a strong girl inside and out :-) Love your puppy he is too cute!!!
I love your PCOS videos even tough I don't have it myself, but I have some other health issues which do have to do with changing my diet and everything.
So I really love seeing that other peopke find ways to better deals with thei issues and so I will be able to do so too! ♥
I'd love to see vlogs during the time around the surgery, pretty interested into that!
This is extremely helpful. Please keep doing the updates. That puppy is super cute.
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You should try acupuncture! A lot of studies have been done and have been shown to be very effective. I work at an IVF acupuncture specialty clinic and we get great results.
Thank you for all the information you share. You are helping me and so many other women! 💞
Dont worry youre not behind, you look fantastic and we're all routin for ya!
Rachel i'm also suffering from PCOS that is why i'm having hair on my lower belly n back...i feel too insecure for that..would u film a video how to wax whole body at home!!!plz!!!
don't worry we all with u .....u r amazing person whom insaw in CZcams channel...
Lots of love, lady!
Rachel!!!!!! I LOVE U!!!
I wish you the best and hope your flight for Hong Kong will be good and hope the surgery will go well!
I HAVE NO DOUBT YOU'LL BE GREAT
BY THE WAY I LOVED THE VIDEO YOU DID THIS WEEK
don't apologize for the amazing work you do.
you posted the best you could and F*** anyone who says otherwise
I had my fourth laprascopic surgery earlier this year for my endometriosis. Highly recommended getting a wheat bag to help with recovery and as much as it hurt try walk as much as you can around the house to help release the gas they use during the surgery.
Or else this gas can travel up to your shoulder sockets and it is painful (I didn't believe my gynaecologist the first time.. Rookie mistake).
I understand you have negative symptoms with contraceptives, but my current gynaecologist recommended Mirena and it has helped my endometriosis massively. X
Stephanie Beacroft I've had gas pain up in the shoulder sockets before and you're absolutely right how painful it is. I always thought how strange it was to get gas up there. I've had abdominal surgeries and I guess that's why they want you to walk as much as possible after.
Oh you have genetic pcos. Then i understand. Im so sorry i hope the surgery goes well and that the pain goes away for good, lots of luck and love to you
safe travels, enjoy Hong Kong 🇭🇰 gorgeous as always.
Ah it looks like your tea is made majority of roots and barks, and you are making a decoction out of it when you boil them as opposed to just steeping them with hot water (infusion) for a limited amount of time. It's a herbalism thing. :) Don't worry about falling behind, much better to reduce your stress levels than worry about these things. I can't find inositol anywhere in my country and bringing in stuff from other countries can get so expensive! Wish I can find a source soon. But I do take some teas, Evening Primrose Oil and other supplements as well.
Im finding these videos very useful as i have the same thing and ive only recently found out so im pretty much just binge watching to counteract the PCOS symptoms i have been put on the pill.
Im new to your channel and have binged watched a lot today lol
You are just stunning !!!!!
Where I live we mostly eat potatoes, peas, cabbage and rice... like every day... almost every meal... and no doctor is advising us to stop eating those things to cure PCOS. Can somebody explain me the problem with carbs?
I've never had a doctor tell me to change my diet, even though I've been dealing with PCOS for 20 years. For some reason, most doctors don't deal with dietary needs (even though it's really important to our health).
The issue with carbs is that it's sugar, and PCOS increases your insulin resistance, meaning your body isn't breaking down the sugars you eat (think of diabetes). In essence, most women with PCOS can become prediabetic/diabetic. Because of that it's important to lower your simple carbohydrates intake. Also dairy products increase testosterone levels.
You're trying to gain weight?
Here's a custom Keto Diet for you!
- Link: justthebest.net/diet
I have pcos too. It's the lean pcos type. I have painful periods 2/3 days bed ridden. Waiting on diagnostic lapporoscopy for suspected endo, cervical stenosis and anomalies.. eating every 4 hours has helped to regulate my period but they're still hard to track. I just recently had a ruptured cyst with free fluid was the worst pain I've had. Constant stabbing pain over the left ovary...
I can totally relate to you.. Ur my Inspiration 😍.. I was operated for endometriosis and later was told that I have pcos as well :(
I love learning about your story as I have insulin resistance and I can try and adopt some of your eating tips. I'm going for a check up on the 2nd after a 4 month medication trial ( mines genetic and I was also lacking in a hormone within the small Intestine, ive forgotten its name though) so until then I can't make drastic changes but I hope your surgery goes well!
Great video! I'm really in weird place with my PCOS diagnosis now being away for college, but having all my doctor's in my hometown. Would you list some of the supplements you're taking in the description as well please?
I have both of those contitions and I already had surgery. Sadly I have to tell you neither of the things they did ("burning" out the endometriosis und punctuating the ovaries) had any lasting effects. Both are back by now which is two years later. My new doctor said it only really makes sense to have surgery for those if you want to get pregnant because both of those conditions will always come back in short time. I now have to take the anti baby pill every single day without the pause of getting my periode. I still really hope this will work out for you but maybe get a second opinion? Surgery is always dangerous, you shouldn't have to risk that for nothing. (I hope that's readable, I'm obviously not a native speaker).
good luck w/everything.
No carb? Like besides vegetables? or not even vegetables?
I find bone broth or even the bone broth protein powder is awesome for leaky gut. Hope your pain goes away post surgery. :)
Hope you feel better soon, beauty! ❤
Did Rachel ever have surgery or end up not needing it? I don't see a surgery video.
Love you Rachel
I have had more pain and worse periods after starting Keto. I have PCOS as well. I wonder if it is a Keto thing?
i'm 14 and i have suspected endometriosis but because i'm so young i can't detect it, i hope ur ok because it is very painful, i'm also on a no carb diet witch is sooo hard but i've found if i allow myself to eat carbs i feel horrible and bloated and the pain gets worse
Wish you all the best 🤗
Have my surgery this Friday to treat my PCOS 🤞🏼 Good luck #cyster 😏
Hi!
How did you feel when you switched from gluten and dairy-free to reintroducing dairy?
I´m a bit scared...
I don't know if you have covered this in another video that I didn't watch but have you ever tried Vitex Agnus Castus for pcos? Or Maybe someone that is reading this comment tried it, I heard that sometimes it can help even if you don't have pcos but "regular" pms symptoms.
beautiful video