Progesterone Help ASAP

[djmommy]

My doc called and said my progesterone was only 12 on 6 dpo. Pretty low, and wants me to do suppositories. I know they are not cheap but wanted to know if it is even worth it? Pharmacy closes at 5 so wanted to know if I should even bother.

[atomic sagebrush]

They haven't been shown to improve pregnancy outcomes but most people do want to use them to feel like they've done everything they can.

[djmommy]

Do you think there is a difference in having progesterone drawn on 6 or 7 dpo?

[nuthinbutpink]

Progesterone levels rise 7-10 days after ovulation and 10-12 is normal.

[djmommy]

Thanks NBP. Do you think I should bother supplementing? I feel so defeated.

[Threelittlemen2013]

I feel for you. I had mine drawn at 5dpo last month and it was 8.12. This was with clomid and progesterone supplements. My doctor was happy with it, but it seems low to me. My numbers were low but it was my first cycle in 2 months where I didn't have 3 days of spotting and a short lp. It might not hurt to try.

[djmommy]

Thanks three! I am going to try I figure it can't hurt right. I was just hoping for a higher number. You too right./

[maidentomother]

I personally don't think vaginal suppositories are worth the cost in natural (non-IVF) pregnancies. Plus MANY women have uncomplicated pregnancies and healthy babies despite low P. Yours isn't THAT low plus you could ge a day off in terms of O.

[Rosie85]

I am with atomic. I don't think they are necessary. I had very low progesterone and had two miscarriages but felt that if the baby was healthy my progesterone would be too. So right beforw this pregnancy my levels were super low...i have had zero issues. The progesterone levels are completely normal because the baby and prwgnancy are normal.