“I Think I Might Have PCOS — Now What?”
A real talk about what PCOS is, why it’s so confusing, and how telehealth can actually help you feel like you again — inside and out.
Let’s be honest: if you’ve ever googled your symptoms and ended up on a spiral that includes everything from cysts to infertility to hormone imbalance and back to “Wait, is this why I’m so tired all the time?” — you’re not alone.
If you’ve heard of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), you might already know it’s super common — like, 1 in 10 women common. But for something that affects so many of us, it’s still wildly misunderstood. Even doctors don’t always get it right on the first (or third) try.
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is an incredibly common condition that affects an estimated 10-20% of reproductive-aged women. The high levels of testosterone in women with PCOS can also cause unwanted hair growth, weight gain, hair thinning, acne, infertility, irregular cycles, and mood swings. Dr. Lynsey Johnson, DNP, FNP-C and her team of PCOS Sisters Nurse Practitioners help many women manage the root cause and symptoms of their condition. Check them out!
So let’s get to it, and let’s unpack this together — no medical jargon, no judgment. Just real talk.
First, what even is PCOS?
Here’s the thing: PCOS isn’t just about your ovaries. It’s about hormones — and when those little messengers in your body get out of sync, it can feel like everything is off.
Maybe your periods have always been irregular. Or you’re dealing with frustrating weight gain that doesn’t make sense. Maybe you’re growing hair where you don’t want it and losing it where you do. Maybe you’re exhausted, moody, and just feel... not like yourself.
That’s PCOS. It doesn’t look the same for everyone — and that’s part of what makes it so hard to recognize.
Some women get diagnosed because they’re trying to get pregnant and hit a wall. Others have been living with symptoms for years and just chalked it up to stress, bad luck, or “just the way I am.”
But the truth is — this is not just in your head. And if it is in your head? That matters too.
PCOS doesn’t just affect your body — it impacts your mind, too.
What doesn’t get talked about enough is the mental load of PCOS.
The constant fatigue, the mood swings, the body image struggles, the frustration of not feeling “heard” by providers — it adds up. Anxiety, depression, low motivation, even brain fog… they’re not separate from PCOS. They’re part of the picture.
And yet, so many women get told to just “fix their hormones” — like our minds exist in a separate zip code.
But mental health is health. And it deserves the same level of attention and care.
So what do you do about it?
Managing PCOS isn’t about finding one magic solution. It’s about understanding your body, listening to it, and building a plan that supports your physical and emotional well-being — all of it.
That might look like:
Nutrition that works for you, not some idealized “PCOS diet”
Medications, if needed, to regulate hormones or help with symptoms
Therapy or coaching to help you cope with burnout, anxiety, or feeling stuck
Stress management strategies that go deeper than bubble baths
You don’t need a perfect plan. You just need a place to start — and people who get it. We REALLY recommend checking out PCOS Sisters for quality help and more information.
This is where telehealth comes in (and why it’s a game changer)
Let’s be real — getting care as a woman is exhausting. Between waitlists, dismissive doctors, and trying to juggle appointments with actual life… it’s no wonder so many of us put off getting help.
But telehealth shifts that entirely.
You can talk to providers who specialize in PCOS, mental health, and women’s wellness — not generalists who skim your chart and send you off with the same advice they gave the last ten patients.
And you can do it on your terms. In your space. At your pace.
Along with that and what our partners offer, LunaJoy offers virtual therapy and psychiatric care that’s actually covered by insurance — and deeply rooted in understanding the lived experience of women navigating complex hormonal and emotional health.
Whether you're dealing with the emotional rollercoaster of PCOS, the overwhelm of daily life, or just the quiet sense that something's off… you don’t have to carry it alone.
You don’t have to wait until it gets worse to get support.
PCOS can be overwhelming. It can feel like your body is speaking a language you were never taught. But you’re not making it up. And you’re not the only one.
You deserve more than quick fixes. You deserve full-spectrum support — for your body and your mind.
If you’re ready to talk to someone who actually listens — really listens — LunaJoy is here.
No pressure. Just care that fits your life.