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                        I also have been hypothyroid -- diagnosed when I was a year old.  I take levoxyl (generic for synthroid).  I don't take the glucophage, but have heard that it is something that doctors have been prescribing for women with polycystic ovarian disease.  I understand that this condition is somehow related to blood sugar.  I had a hysterectomy two years ago and heard about this treatment since that time.  I did not gain weight until after I was out of high school and all my doctor told me when I complained about gaining weight was to take in less calories and exercise more.  The metabolism is slower when you are hypothyroid.  I hope that the glucophage helps you.  If you have trouble with your ovaries, BY ALL MEANS SEE YOUR GYN.  I had a borderline ovarian cancer and was fortunate not to need chemo.  EARLY DETECTON IS IMPORTANT.