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Premature Ovarian Failure

You are considered to have premature ovarian failure (POF) if you are 40 years old or younger and your ovaries no longer ovulate (release eggs).

What Is Premature Ovarian Failure?

Premature ovarian failure — also known as primary ovarian insufficiency or hypergonadotropic hypogonadismis — is a stop in the normal functioning of the ovaries in a woman younger than age 40.

POF used to be called premature menopause, but it is not the same as menopause. Menopause is a natural occurrence, but POF is not. If you have POF you might continue to get your period, even if it comes irregularly, and a small percentage of women with POF are able to conceive. Menopausal women stop having their periods completely and cannot get pregnant.

About 250,000 to 1 million women in the U.S. have POF. It affects 1 in every 100 women between the ages of 30-39 and approximately 1 in every 1,000 between the ages of 15-29. You can get it at any age or time in your life, whether or not you have had children.

What Causes Premature Ovarian Failure?

Normally, follicles in the ovaries supply women with eggs until age 51, the average age of natural menopause when the supply of eggs is used up. Follicles are also important because they release the hormone estrogen, which is crucial for a woman’s overall health and bone health.

Although researchers know the ovaries stop functioning normally in POF, in most cases they do not know exactly what causes it. It may be the follicles in your ovaries are not working properly. Or it may be that you have run out of follicles, and there is no way to make more. In some cases, POF may be genetic and run in families.

How Does POF Affect Fertility?

Loss of ovarian function affects your fertility because you are not forming or releasing an egg (oocyte). There is no fertility treatment that can restore the normal functioning of your ovaries.

You also should be aware that insufficient estrogen can lead to serious health problems such as osteoporosis (decreased bone density), which can be successfully treated.

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I have been working to

Permalink Submitted by infertile drama... on Sat, 04/24/2010 - 7:45am

I have been working to fight my POF diagnosis for over a year now with some success. If you would like to see my journey I have kept a journal and have decided to post it on a blog. It is possible to get pregnant and I know I will. Good luck to everyone with a POF diagnosis. Together we can beat the odds

Please tell me where can I

Permalink Submitted by iris on Sun, 05/23/2010 - 5:16pm

Please tell me where can I see your blog, thanks

I've been blogging for 3

Permalink Submitted by Grace Australia on Wed, 05/26/2010 - 5:00pm

I've been blogging for 3 months about my journey to 40 and have only JUST started talking about my POF diagnosis (which happened a decade ago). Today I wrote about my personal account of the 5 stages of grieving, and am asking all women with POF to leave their mark by sharing their thoughts, feelings and experiences. Big love, Grace xx Here's the link: http://projectgrace2010.blogspot.com/2010/05/5-stages-of-grief.html

Hi Grace, I too was

Permalink Submitted by Jamei on Sat, 06/26/2010 - 12:10am

Hi Grace, I too was diagnosed some years back with POF, I just turned 41...Thankfully POF struck after the birth of my son. Something inexplicable has been happenning to me the past couple of weeks. I was going through insane hormonally charged discomforts. The usual symptoms this time including nausea and breast tenderness compounded with fatigue compelled me to hope for the impossible and get a home pregnancy test. I tested faintly positive, tested myself repeatedly throughout the week, same result. Sadly today I have started to bleed. I made an appointment for a blood test next week to test my hcg levels. Nurse practitioner says that it is not necessarily a miscarriage, but bleeding is never a happy event during pregnancy. In my case any spontaneous bleed is amazing, i have a bi-annual cycle :)) All that is to say, there is hope. I did I did have some kind of conception/fertilization/matured egg. I never thought it was possible, my FSH and other stats were terrible last physical, and even the donor egg option seemed daunting. I am feeling more optimistic about my ability to concieve again, I would love nothing more. Good luck

this is truly very

Permalink Submitted by Pharmacy Technician on Mon, 10/25/2010 - 10:55am

this is truly very inspiring post..i must appreciated the effort to post the stuff like this..thanks

I've been dealing with POF

Permalink Submitted by Mary D on Thu, 10/28/2010 - 8:20am

I've been dealing with POF and high FSH for several years now too. There is still so little known about it, I try to keep up to date with all the research. I created my own blog about ways other women have overcome their infertility, even if it helps one woman out there. http://pofhighfshresource.blogspot.com/ Best Mary

I was diagnosed with POF

Permalink Submitted by Sarah Jean on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 9:30pm

I was diagnosed with POF when I was about 22 or 23. I am currently 26 and have been married for 2 1/2 yrs. My husband and I are trying to have kids and it is being a rough road. When I was first diagnosed with POF I was in denail and it felt like I was in a dream and I couldn't wake up. Everyday I struggle with this condition. I fell like I'm letting my awesome husband down cause we are having a very hard time getting pregnant. All I wanted to do was be a wife and a awesome mom like my mother who is my role model. I know if its suppose to happen it will and I know it will happen in its own time if God wishes it. I know we can adopt and that is a definte and honerable possiblity, but I would like to carry on my husband's name to create a new generation of our family. So I pray for all of those brave women.

I was diagnosed with POF

Permalink Submitted by Sarah Jean on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 9:32pm

Sarah Jean, if you want to

Permalink Submitted by Donor Diva on Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:36am

Sarah Jean, if you want to carry on your husbands child you can...through egg donation. It is a wonderful option...I have POF and we had our son via egg donation and we are just thrilled. Here is my blog if you are interested in egg donation http://www.fertilityauthority.com/blogger/1014968

I am 23 years old, I have

Permalink Submitted by RooRoo on Sun, 06/19/2011 - 11:03am

I am 23 years old, I have not had a period in 5 years. I guess at first, I really didnt care. I liked not having my period, and I thought it was because I was gaining weight, and was completly oblivious that something could seriously be wrong. About 2 years ago, I had my first pap done ever. I immediatly told the obgyn, about my situation, and she refferred me to a specialist. Thats when I found out that I had POF. I felt scared and haven't returned to the doctors since. I know I need to go, but I am scared. I have no idea what the treatments are, and how they'll make me feel, and also cash is tight. How are they helping other women with this disease? I get so depressed when I think about it. The best thing about being a women is being able to have children, and I feel empty, alone and that something special is missing in my life. I know that there is adoption, and I've always wanted to do that, even before I found out I might not be able to have kids. I just wanted to have a part of me continue on earth even after I am gone. Do the treatments work? Is there a chance you could get pregnat without taking the treatments? How do other women cope? I don't know I just feel lost.

There are great POF support

Permalink Submitted by Donor Diva on Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:34am

There are great POF support groups. There is actually a great one on facebook. http://www.facebook.com/groups/POI.POF?ap=1 There are ways of conceiving. I have POF and we decided to go the egg donation route. You can follow my blog here http://www.fertilityauthority.com/blogger/1014968 Best of luck!

There are some meds out

Permalink Submitted by Anonymous82 on Thu, 09/01/2011 - 3:41pm

There are some meds out there to help you ovulate. Then there are meds and shots you can take once you ovulate to help the chances of conception. It isn't too bad, but it does take its toll after a while and in my case stick with a pretty tight schedule of meds and appointments. Good luck!

im 27 now

Permalink Submitted by im 27 on Thu, 12/06/2012 - 5:23pm

I'm 27 now and the first time I had my period I was 14 my periods only lasted a cpl months but didn't find out I had pof till Iwas 18 the dr. Put me an birth control then I went to a different dr and that dr. Said there is no reason to be on birth control that I needed to be on something different and she put me on compi-patch its estogen and progestaron I still don't get my periods but I guess it helps me with my hormones ....I also was glad. I didnt have to deal with periods i get depressed when I think bout it i try my best to not think bout but I have my days.when all I do is think bout that I think. I would of been a great mom I have a big family all my sisters have a part of them to live on once I'm gone that's it nothin left of me....I would love to know if anyones knows of any kind of things that can help me out besides egg donor

im 27 now

Permalink Submitted by im 27 on Thu, 12/06/2012 - 5:24pm

Oh my god! I have to

Permalink Submitted by Sarah on Sat, 07/02/2011 - 10:08pm

Oh my god! I have to respond because of the last post. I have never read about someone ad young as me with these problems. I stopped having a period at age 17 and thought I was pregnant. Turned out i wasn't and was put on Yasmin. I stopped taking it within a year because the symptoms were terrible and again, no period. Went back to the obgyn and turned out my FSH levels were "through the roof" (I don't remember the exact number) and my estrogen levels were extremely low. I was 18 and was told I had POF/perimenopause and that I had no eggs and could never become pregnant. Every specialist after this was flabbergasted and said they had never seen someone so young go through this after developing secondary sex characteristics and actually having regular periods prior. After a few years of trying birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy I gave up. Stopped going to doctors and stopped all medication, and accepted my new fate. I thought I was going through menopause. I felt like I was grieving a loss of a child. I could have an eight year old daughter right now if I had really been pregnant. It took a while but eventually I became okay with it and found peace of mind with being the way I am. And hey, at least I don't have to buy tampons. EIGHT YEARS later, I am now 25. I started having some disturbing heart palpitations and other problems and ended up being referred to a place in Atlanta - Progressive Medical Center. For the first time ever this doctor was actually interested in helping me with everything including POF, rather than shrugging me off as a medical mystery. He believes it's all related and that my adrenal glands are overactive and could be causing the insomnia, palpitations, asthma, even the lack of periods. I have been on a detox diet that each new patient follows prior to specific treatment. No dairy from cows, no gluten, no caffeine, no alcohol, and no soy. And 12 glasses of water a day. Well, it has been three weeks since I started detoxing and I can't believe it. Not only have I lost 10 pounds- I just got my period. I am absolutely shocked. This isn't something they said would happen- at least not just simply by detoxing. There could be hope! I am nervous and excited. Not sure what will happen next or if i could potentially conceive. Im amazed to hear about someone my age going through the same thing. So to you, don't feel lost. I know how you feel. And it will be okay.

Wow! That is just an

Permalink Submitted by Donor Diva on Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:29am

Wow! That is just an amazing story. Yours is the second story I have heard like this. I am in the process of changing my diet again. My husband and I have a son via egg donation but I figure now that I have a little more patience we might give TTC on our own another shot.

Can you please post the diet!

Permalink Submitted by Chan on Fri, 11/04/2011 - 4:45pm

Can you please post the diet!!!

Please Please tell me the

Permalink Submitted by Gessi. on Mon, 09/12/2011 - 4:36pm

Please Please tell me the name of the doctor and the hospital phone number ect. Really need a miracle My period stop 2 years ago Thanks sooo much

Me too i want the adreeand

Permalink Submitted by Ash on Mon, 09/12/2011 - 4:47pm

Me too i want the adreeand the doctor name

Can you please post the diet!

Permalink Submitted by Chan on Fri, 11/04/2011 - 4:44pm

Can you please post the diet!!!!

Can you please send more info about the specifics of diet

Permalink Submitted by noelle on Mon, 03/05/2012 - 10:46am

Hi Sarah! Thank you so much for posting. I have been "dx" with this for a few years, but I believe that my body is just not getting what it needs to support ovulation...your post is so interesting and I would love if you can send more information tome about the specifics of the diet, and the doctor you have seen. If you would email me, that would be awesome too ..noelle.4.faith@gmail.com! Thank you!

Has anyone got this diet they

Permalink Submitted by Kay on Sat, 01/12/2013 - 3:25am

Has anyone got this diet they can share with me please

I really loved reading your

Permalink Submitted by quick cash on Fri, 07/15/2011 - 7:15pm

I really loved reading your blog. It was very well authored and easy to understand. Unlike additional blogs I have read which are really not tht good. I also found your posts very interesting. In fact after reading, I had to go show it to my friend and he enjoyed it as well!

Thank you!!!

Permalink Submitted by Donor Diva on Wed, 07/20/2011 - 9:45am

Thank you!!!

I have to just comment and

Permalink Submitted by Rhiannon on Tue, 07/26/2011 - 5:59pm

I have to just comment and say that I too was about 17 when I was diagnosed with POF. I actually had one real period...then it never came back again. I wasnt to worried b/c what girl at 17 wants a period? I am struggling now that i am 30 and want children. It's honestly the hardest thing i've ever had to deal with and i feel like no one understands what i am going through. I am going to read your blog and hope that it makes me feel better. I have had 3 unsuccessful ivf attemps...one with donor eggs (found out my donor was infertile too) and two donor embryos. I just feel lost and confused.

Premature Ovarian Failure since age 13

Permalink Submitted by Tayyeba on Sun, 10/23/2011 - 11:53am

Hi, My name is Tayyeba, i am 38 years old and married currently to my second husband. Never had a period in my life. Docs did all tests over and over again from age of 17 and found no reason for that except that maybe due to extremely low estradiol levels and psychological trauma as a kid. Needed an emergency abdominal hysterectomy recently (only uterus removed). It was hell, but discontinued a much worse situation and my husband was and has been very supportive. I would appreciate any replies or questions. I am no doctor but i am a Survivor of POF and can maybe put a smile on your face.

Premature Ovarian Failure @ age of 31

Permalink Submitted by junebride24 on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 5:52am

I've been married 6 yrs and we are now ready to have kids but its too sad to find out that i'm suffering POF. My doctor told me that the only remedy to get pregnant is to do donor egg. I'm just wondering if there's any other option I can do before I will do donor egg? Pls help!

Premature Ovarian Failure @ age of 31

Permalink Submitted by Tayyeba on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 10:28am

Believe me, i can relate to you better than anyone else out there. I wish you my dear all the best in whatever you decide to do. Good luck and don't forget you are a Survivor not a Victim.

Trust yourself

Permalink Submitted by Trust your instinct on Mon, 12/26/2011 - 7:24am

I just wanted to post my experience here. A year ago I was diagnosed with pof and was shattered. I just didn't believe it. I fought to find out why and wanted to know why the symptoms I had weren't consistent with pof - my fsh was over 100! But I had migranes and abdominal pain in one ovary as well as noise in my ears. Turned out I had a pituitary tumour. But still they said I have premature ovarian failure. My endocrinologist said my best option was egg donation and gave me nothing to treat my tumour. A bad reaction to the pill meant I couldn't control my symptoms. But I was on the pill long enough to generate cycles. I had two natural periods then bam! Pregnant. My pregnancy lasted 8 short weeks but I was happy to know my body was trying to work. Then two weeks later my symptoms started again. It might be the tumour or it might be something else but I will continue to fight the diagnosis, fight the symptoms and fight the tumour to get my fertility back. Drs said I can't but I've already proved them wrong and I'll do it again. Had I not screamed for that MRI I might have lived with premature ovarian failure my whole life but I won't accept it because it's my body and I know I can beat this.

Born with P.O.F

Permalink Submitted by psychgirl_86 on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 2:21am

hey everyone well with my story i was pretty much born with P.O.F, i never received my period so by the time i was 16 my mom started taking me around to the doctors so we could figure out why i wasn't getting my monthly cycle. None of the doctors really could explain it finally by the time i was 17 or 18 i was told that i hit menopause at a young age. explains y i was such a mean angry lil kid lol. by the time i was 20 they told me at was actually something called P.O.F. than when i was 21 they wanted to run a bone density test on me, well that came back as being positive for osteoporosis. they say its a 99% chance i wont have kids, and that i have to take calcium and vitamin D pills for the rest of my life and also may someday lead to more medical issues. so now im 25 and taking life day by day, but if there is anyone else like me who has had this their whole life please let me know how its all turned out for you.

Also Born with POF

Permalink Submitted by mscenet on Thu, 03/08/2012 - 11:25pm

I was 17 when I to found out about my diagnosis. The Drs at first just thought that my issues were due to depression, but when they found out that I have never had a period they started investigating. My FSH was over 100 and I was given some birth control for HRT and sent on my way. This really is a life long journey and there is so much stuff to learn and things you want to try because all you have is your hope. I have been with my husband for 6yrs and married for a little over 2yrs and have been trying to have a baby for a long time now. I am turning 25 this month and I too have never ran into anyone with the same exact story line of being born with this condition. I would love to talk and compare storys. Also I have the same issue of being drag out exhausted and as soon as I lay down I can't for the life of me fall asleep. I really look forward to talking to you! my email is mscenet@aol.com if you want to talk!

POF & Primary Amenorrhea

Permalink Submitted by eapatterson09 on Sat, 04/14/2012 - 5:34am

Hi, I also have POF with Primary Amenorrhea. I have never in my life had a natural period. I am 26 years old, and had been miss diagnosed for the past 8 years with PCOS. I'm in the process of scheduling an appointment for a second opinion. I want to know that I have tried everything prior to considering other methods of having a family. I feel like we need a support group specific to our condition. If anyone wishes to talk you can do so at eapatterson09@gmail.com.

Primary POF

Permalink Submitted by Melinda on Thu, 01/24/2013 - 7:13pm

I was born with POF as well. In that case it was called Primary Ammnorea Premature Ovarian Failure or Primary POF. I just never got a period. It took 9 years to get a name for it. It was hard because I have known since I was 17 there would be no chance of kids. I am now 36 I never could afford IVF with Donor egg. I am trying IVF with donor embro its only $5000 compaired to $30,000. I always felt odd and the older I got the harder it was because everyone else had a family but me. I have learned to somewhat deal with it but it has always hurt. I really wondered if I was the only primary out there.....

also

Permalink Submitted by psychgirl_86 on Wed, 01/11/2012 - 2:35am

do any of you find that you have a lot of troubles sleeping. you are tired but when you actually lay down and try and sleep you just cant? and do any of you also find it hard to have an orgasm as well because i have never had one and i believe it is because of my P.O.F

Thanks for your comment. I

Permalink Submitted by Suzie on Sun, 05/05/2013 - 1:43pm

Thanks for your comment. I found out my POF diagnosis in January. We still don't have any kids and I've never had an orgasm either. I'm pretty devastated and don't know what to do. I think the two are related as well...has anyone else had the same problem?

pof

Permalink Submitted by uk on Sat, 05/19/2012 - 5:12pm

I'm only 22years old and I was diagnosed with POF only a few days ago. I was devastated when I got the diagnosis, I didn't know how to feel as I hadn't planned on having children till later on in life a bit. I'm still trying to come to terms with it as I only found out a few days ago, my partner has been very supported and reasured me that he will stand by me what ever option i decide. It was explained to me that if I wish to have children I should start trying now but I think I need more time to get my head around the diagnosis. This has proven very difficult for me but I suspose it will take time.

Finding out at a young age

Permalink Submitted by lmaye1 on Sat, 06/30/2012 - 10:10pm

Reading all the comments about people with POF is really upsetting; everyone seems to have a different and unique story. I found out that I had POF when I was just 14 years old, yes at a very young age. I am now 21. Finding out at such a young age was very difficult because I didn't understand all the medical terms. Just knowing that I wasn't able to have a baby was hurtful enough, every girl dreams of having a child. I cried for two weeks straight, and I'm constantly reminded of it when I take my birth control every day. At first I blamed my parents, mostly my mother, thinking of how they could create a child with such a horrible disease. I was in denial, and I still am that I have it. I haven't really done much research on it because I faced the fact that I would never be in a relationship and I wouldn't have a child. It took me three years to finally tell my close friends that I've known my whole life. I only told them after my best friend told me that she found out she had no ovaries because her immune system is so strong, that it got rid of her ovaries, so she can't have kids. After hearing her story I knew it was time to tell them mine. I feel like me and my best friend were destined to be friends. Just a couple of months ago, I met this great guy, and I became really close with him, and I felt like some of our conversations were disconnected because he didn't know about me, so I decided to tell him about my POF. To my surprise, he didn't stop talking to me, but I know how much it means to him to have kids since he is the only one in his family to carry on his mothers' genes. He adores kids and would be devastated to not have them. When I go to my doctor in August I'm going to actually talk to her about my condition. I know of the sperm donor thing and adoption, but I just wouldn't be able to do those things because it wouldn't be genetically my child. I want to learn more about this condition because I would love to have kids someday, naturally. Any support and stories about people conceiving naturally would be great. I don't ever talk to anyone about my condition.

I got pof when i was 13,

Permalink Submitted by JuliaK on Mon, 11/19/2012 - 1:47pm

I got pof when i was 13, scary stuff- I am now 18 and i just use the pill to get a period

i am 27 now i was 14 had my

Permalink Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/06/2012 - 6:36pm

i am 27 now i was 14 had my first and only period but didnt find out i had pof till i was 18 at first i was put on birth control then i changed gyno a couple yrs after then that dr said there was no reason to be on them and was changed to compi-patch which is estrogen and progesterone i was heart broken i have always thought i would be a good mom i try not to think bout it but i have them days when all i do is think bout not being able to have children i dont have a problem with adopting a child i just would love to have a part of me left behind when im gone

I was 27

Permalink Submitted by emmaB74 on Thu, 01/10/2013 - 11:53am

I was diagnosed with POF in 2002 after 15 yrs of painful periods just stopped. in 2004, I was dx as celiac. turns out undiagnosed Celiac caused all that. here I am at 38, still crying for the babies I'll never have. I've been gluten free since 2004 & still no obvious ovulation even though the RE said I still had a chance. even though I know I have a better chance of hitting the lottery, I still keep wishing that I'll be a Mommy someday.

Menopause

Permalink Submitted by santa on Mon, 03/25/2013 - 2:38pm

When I was 20 I got early menopause nearly six years I hav'nt got any child I love children I do not know how to adopt a child very quic

lonely, confused and scared

Permalink Submitted by Smangele on Sun, 04/21/2013 - 4:56am

i was having my periods jst fine until i was diagnosed wit ovarian cyst when i was 21yrs. I went for operation and even saw my periods again up to this day. When i went to the doctor about this he said am infertil and wil never bare child the old fashion way. I was crushed, while i was mourning my discovery, my young sister got prgnant, then my best friend got pregnant. It was horrible, i cried myself to sleep for a long long time. I couldnt understand why something so horrible can happen to me. I wanted to give up on life, i thought why continue school and have a prosprious life if not for my kids. Am 26yrs now and i want to try treating myself, i need a bby. I need a bby. ppl around me are jst hving abortion(am a Dr) and its killing me.

Hi Smangele,

Permalink Submitted by KimAtFertilityA... on Mon, 04/22/2013 - 7:57am

Hi Smangele, I am so sorry you are going through this. Have you considered seeing a fertility doctor? We can help you connect with a reputable doctor who specializes in ovarian cysts and conditions like Premature Ovarian Failure. Give us a call at 1-855-955-BABY (2229) or email carecoordinator@fertilityauthority.com Best, Kim

POI?

Permalink Submitted by anon on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 1:03pm

I am trying to understand what all this means. AMH 0.63 ng/mL. AMH 0.48 (redo). Estradiol <20 pg/mL (3rd day of period). FSH 11.1 mIU/mL (3rd day of period). Ultrasound of ovaries: 8 follicles on one side; 6 on other. Tested negative for Fragile X. Mother had menopause at 31 and her sister (my aunt) had it at age 30. I am 26, otherwise healthy as far as I know.

Hi there,

Permalink Submitted by KimAtFertilityA... on Mon, 04/29/2013 - 7:50am

Hi there, FSH between 9 and 11 is fair, meaning you could still conceive with your own eggs. FSH, AMH, and Antral Follicle Count are the best predictors of ovarian reserve, so it seems like your reserve is declining, but there is definitely still hope! Have you been working with a fertility doctor? Give us a call at 1-855-955-BABY (2229) or email carecoordinator@fertilityauthority.com if you would like to connect with a trusted fertility doctor in our network! Best, Kim

Prayer

Permalink Submitted by Terri on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 5:02am

my dear gals well i have read all the post and its sad that we cant have kids or allow ourselves get into relationships. for we worry that what if the relationship get serious how do we tell our partner. i for one am a very strong believer and a born again i believe that its only through prayer that we can beat this POF. we need top stand in prayer for ourselves. as the bible says that by his stirpes we were healed we take that healing in the name of Jesus Christ. we should remember that POF IS JUST A NAME but there is at greater name and that is the name of JESUS CHRIST. and at the mention of his name even POF will bow because JESUS' NAME IS GREATER.SO LET US BE STRONG IN THE LORD for he is our HEALER. I will always have u in my prayers

heartbroken

Permalink Submitted by Peach on Sun, 05/19/2013 - 10:34pm

Hello ladies After reading all the posts I can honestly relate. I was diagnosed with POF 3 years ago. Me and my husband has been married for 4 years. When I turned 18 I was only getting my period 2 times a year, by the age of 20 it had completely stopped. Before I was diagnosed my Dr put me on a pill called provera. The pill worked the first week I started taking it I got my period. Then when I took it the following six weeks no period. I was devastated, I was 25 at the time and the youngest of 4. All of my siblings have children, I even got a nephew that has a child. IM now 28 and me and my husband desire to have children. I cry just about everyday, it's a painful thought knowing that I won't have my own child. It's true it's every woman's dream to become a great mother. Sometimes I find it very difficult to look at a pregnant woman or looking at babies. I have so many different symptoms, for the past week now I have had pains in my lower abdomen and sore nipples........I am hoping for the best for us all. Trust & believe that God has the last say!