Re: 17 weeks with menstrual like cramps
From: j wang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 30 Oct 2000 16:47:41 -0600 (CST)
Once the levels are up, the placenta takes over progesterone production.
I don't believe there is an increased risk of preterm labor with low
progesterone. The cramps may be stretching of the uterus or round
ligaments. If there are strong, call your ob and ask- he/she knows more
about your history.
At Mon, 30 Oct 2000, Rebecca wrote:
>
>Hi
>I am 17 weeks pregnant and for the last 4 days have been experiencing
>slight menstrual like cramps. Earlier in my pregnancy I was on
>progesterone suppositories for low progesterone level. (5.9) My HCG
>levels were healthy and normal.
>I experienced this same cramping on and off early in my pregnancy -
>occasional cramping until 8 weeks. Now, 2 months later cramping is
>back. Ultrasounds, one just last Thursday, confirm a normal pregnancy
>thus far. Should I be worried about this cramping? I have had no
>bleeding associated with it.
>Also, is there any correlation between premature delivery and low
>progesterone levels early in pregnancy? Or, once the placenta takes over
>is that really a moot point from then on?
>Thanks for your help.
>Rebecca
>
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>Rebecca McDonnell
>
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James Wang, M.D
Assitant Clinical Prof.
Tufts University School of Medicine
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