WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for June, 2008: Re: PREGNANCY: Low progesterone & pregnancy

Re: PREGNANCY: Low progesterone & pregnancy - Dr. Von Almen

From: William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:15:46 -0500 (CDT)

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Sara

Hope things continue to do well for you...Dr. von Almen

At Thu, 19 Jun 2008, Sara wrote: >
>Just an update. My progesterone at 12 dpo (6/3) was only 6.8. My ob
>did start me on progesterone suppositories (compounded) at 15 dpo (6/6).
>I had my progesterone redrawn on 6/14 (23 dpo) and it had gone to 15.2.
>Within range (and the progesterone was being done by suppositories
>vaginally, so it was going to where it needed to go). Not awesome, but
>much better than before. My hcg levels went skyrocketing too.
>12 dpo- 35; 14 dpo - 65, 18 dpo - 284; 23 dpo -3409! My ob was pleased
>with the last number and said it was excellent. He said in theory, the
>progesterone was working for now. :) He did change me to the prometrium
>oral capsules to be done vaginally. Less mess and insurance covers it.
>I am scheduled for an US on 7/3 and hope to see a heartbeat. It's for
>heartbeat and confirm dates as I did not have a LMP after a chemical
>pregnancy in April. He gave me a due date on 2/14 based on conception
>on 5/23. A Valentine's Day baby. Just thought I would let you know how
>it turned out so far. Keeping my fingers crossed that this one makes
>it.

-- Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions. ** Private emails cannot be entertained due to time constraints; consequently, they will receive no response.

William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG Private Practice New Orleans, La.

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