WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for May, 1997: Re: Curious . . and Confused

Re: Curious . . and Confused

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 1 May 1997 20:44:48 -0500 (CDT)

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At Thu, 1 May 1997, Annette wrote: >
>History: Infertility x8 years, BBTs, 4th month on clomid (100 mgs days 3-7)
>
>I have taken my BBT everyday (just about!!) for the last 5 years. It
>rarely fluctuates
>from the normal pattern. However, this month I have a curious problem. I am
>presently at day 5 of my cycle. I began my period on April 27th with a BBT
>that
>morning of 98.3 (normal post O temp for me) I had slight brown spotting.
>The next
>day with a temp of 98.1 I had some flow which ended that same day. Now for
>the next two days my temps have still been way above my normal
>pre-ovulation temps
>and I have had no more period. This morning my temp was again 98.1 - at
>this point
>in my cycle my temps should be about 97.3. I'm confused.
>
>My question is: I have read that temps will sometimes stay elevated when
>one has a
>corpus luteum cyst present. Is this something that is common on clomid?
>Should I
>be taking the clomid while my temps are still high? Are there any other
>symptoms
>of a cyst that I can look for?

With an elevated BBT contuing after a period, especiall one that seems light, get a pregnancy test.

-- Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS OBGYN.net U.S. Representative, New York Great Neck, New York http://www.obgyn.net/states/bios/marchbein.htm http://www.obgyn.net/women/heroes/harveym.htm

*Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purpose only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options.

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