WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for April, 2001: Re: Question to Dr HSM Regarding Progesterone Levels

Re: Question to Dr HSM Regarding Progesterone Levels

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 30 Apr 2001 21:38:33 -0500 (CDT)

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In the archives, we've had quite a lively discussion about whether or not progesterone levels mean anything at all. The literature is split right now as are the forum medical professionals. I'm still in the progesterone means something group and the level I like to see is at least 18 for getting pregnant. Less than that may be OK for for regular cycles but maybe not for pregnancy.

With varying temperatures, you may or may not be ovulating despite the progesterone level.

Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.

HSM

At Mon, 30 Apr 2001, Tami wrote: >
>My progesterone level drawn by blood at day 22 of my cycle (6 days after
>my temp surged) was 9.18. From what I understand, that is considerably
>low. However, I did read that 10 is good, maybe this is close enough,
>yet, my temp only stays surged for less than a week. I was expecting a
>two week span of temp rise. My temp is NOT consistent. It's up, then
>down then up a few days then it plunges down. I take it the same time
>each morning, also. I just don't understand.
>

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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York

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