[PCOS] Trying to get approved for Mounjaro

Hi all,

I have been diagnosed with PCOS (insulin-resistant) since October 2023. In the past two years I have consistently done low-intensity exercise every week (30 minute walks, 5xs a week), and have made and kept to dietary changes including cutting down on sugar, fat, carbs, and eating high protein with every meal. I even keep dairy and gluten low to aid with inflammation. I have been taking Ovasitol every day since my diagnosis. Despite these changes, I haven’t seen any lowering in my weight and have been feeling defeated. I am getting married next year and am very worried about feeling this way about my body on my big day.

I have already done multiple panels that confirm my testosterone is high, and have gotten ultrasounds that prove I have cysts (these provide evidence as to my diagnosis).

I have been looking into taking Mounjaro/Zepbound as it has helped others with PCOS manage their weight as well as other symptoms. I have Aetna POS II and am worried since they exclude medications for weight loss, that they won’t approve even with a prior authorization. Those with PCOS who managed to receive this or related medicines, how did you manage going about it with your doctors and insurance?

Any help would be really appreciated as I have tried everything other than medications at this point.

submitted by /u/mildoranges
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