WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for November, 2001: Re: how long does a persistent corpus luteum last?

Re: how long does a persistent corpus luteum last?

From: William McIntosh, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 20 Nov 2001 10:47:53 -0600 (CST)

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At Tue, 20 Nov 2001, yvonne wrote: >
>I have gone 56 days since my last period. My cycle is usually 30/31
>days. I am fairly certain that I ovulated as usual on day 15 (temp
>shift, CM, pain etc)but my period is MIA! My basal temp has remained
>high for the entire 41 days since ovulation. My period was also late
>(by 5 days) in my last cycle, even though ovulation was normal. I have
>had some strange pains in my left lower abdomen in both of these cycles
>in the luteal phase. Of course, I have done several HPT's and all were
>negative.
>
>My questions;
>
>Does this sound like a persistent corpus luteum cyst?

It could be, but you don't have to have one to have the symtoms you are having.

>
>How long before it will go away (typically) and I will get my period?

No telling at this point. You really should call your Gyn and let him/her get you started.

>
>Does this kind of cyst impact on my ability to conceive?

Not the cyst per se, but the hormonal situation that lead to it can be a problem.

>
>How is the cyst resolved-naturally or surgically?

Surgically, medically (best at this late date), or naturally (ah, but when?)

>
>Thanks in advance for any help you can give.
>
>Y.S.

-- William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

This is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for consultation and examination by a licensed medical professional.

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