WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for February, 2008: Re: MENOPAUSE: Low Estrogen Level

Re: MENOPAUSE: Low Estrogen Level

From: William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 29 Feb 2008 17:49:48 -0600 (CST)

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robin

Cant tell about menopause without FSH level. This may be transient. Your estrogen is low but not horrible, meaning less than 50. This still could reverse...Dr. von Almen

At Thu, 28 Feb 2008, Robin wrote: >
>I had a LSH performed in Nov 2007. I was left with my right ovary and
>tube as well as my cervix. Due to extreme depression, my GYN ran a few
>blood tests. He checked my Testosterone (normal level) and estrogen
>levels. My estrogen came back at 61 (should be around 100). I was
>given an injection today of Estradiol 1cc. I was told I should be able
>to see a difference in one week. I am to call them in three weeks and
>let them know how I am doing.
>
>I failed to ask and will check, but was hoping I could get an opinion
>this evening....does this mean I am in Menopause, or could this be a
>temporary problem that with time and a dose or two of estrogen will
>correct itself?
>
>Thank you so much for your time!!
>
>--
>Robin
>

-- Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions. ** Private emails cannot be entertained due to time constraints; consequently, they will receive no response.

William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG Private Practice New Orleans, La.

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