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Re: Luteal Phase Defect - Treatment Options

From: Paula (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 30 Dec 2002 19:58:18 -0600 (CST)


At Mon, 30 Dec 2002, Kelly wrote: >
>Since a dr hasn't had a chance to answer this question yet, I wanted to
>add one more question. How long can women safely use Clomid to treat LP
>Defect before moving on to other treatment options (assuming that there
>are other options available)?
>
>At Mon, 30 Dec 2002, Kelly wrote:
>>
>>I am 39 and have been ttc for 5 cycles. I had an endometrial biopsy
>>done about 1 1/2 weeks ago. My dr. called me today and told me that I
>>have a luteal phase defect. The lining of my uterus should have been
>>about cd26 and instead it was showing up as cd21. He said he will start
>>me on Clomid beginning next cycle and he wants me to continue charting
>>my bbt. I am glad that we will actually be able to start treatment
>>which may help me get pregnant.
>
>But, I am wondering if the Clomid doesn't work, are there other
>treatments as well? Thanks.

Kelly, I, too have a relatively short LP. I've found that 50mg of vitamin B6 along with the B complex already in my prenatal vitamin, have lengthened my LP by 2 days. Check with your doctor about this. Good luck.

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Thank you in advance for your input, suggestions and advice!
~~Paula



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