PCOS Messages for June, 2000: Re: PCOS & Miscarriage

Re: PCOS & Miscarriage

From: Alison (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 30 Jun 2000 22:19:27 -0500 (CDT)

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Thanks for the replies--I was apparently about five weeks along. The info on progesterone levels is something I didn't know and plan on having a long talk with my doctor next week. thanks a lot. This discussion bd is a great resource and encouragement. By the way, my husband is a gem. He has been a wonderful support through all this.

At Thu, 29 Jun 2000, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote: >
>Yes, those of us who suffer from PCOS do have a higher risk of miscarriage.
>I have had at least 6 miscarriages...two in the past year. The reason is
>that we don't have enough progesterone to sustain the pregnancy. How far
>along are you? I am very sorry for your loss and your pain and I can SO
>relate with where you are at right now. You need to have your progesterone
>levels checked. I have been trying to conceive on Clomid since
>November....no luck. My doctor checked my progesterone levels on Cycle Day 4
>or 5 and then again on day Cycle Day 20. This will give your doc information
>about whether to support you with progesterone shots or suppositories.
>
>Also, Metformin is supposed to help us not only conceive, but also support
>the pregnancy. Good luck...and keep me posted on how you're doing!
>
>Vena

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