Cramping/progesterone

Borst-Plotz

I just started my progesterone suppositories on Tuesday. Since last night i've had strong/uncomfortable period-like cramps. I'm not going to lie, it's starting to worry me!

Could it be the progesterone? Are uncomfortable cramps normal? When do I start being concerned? 

candaceleigh21

Hmm I take mine by mouth which has caused no cramps but I have heard that the suppositories can cause some bleeding from cervical irritation but I havent heard of any cramps. That is something you may want to call your doc on. He may want to switch you to an oral med or something different.  

jborgia

Yes I am done taking my progesterone now but they cause cramping. I found mine would start 5 to 10 minutes after inserting progesterone. Very strong cramps. Totally normal. 

sarahaaron08

Yes, try not to worry to much. I am on supp. and have been cramping since starting them. I also have UTI symptoms, but have been told its due to the prog.

 

jessican08

Yup, completely normal. If you look at the s/e in the pamphlet that came with the supps, you'll see that cramping is one of them. I know it can freak you out but try not to worry They can even make you spot a bit by irritating your cervix.

Borst-Plotz

jessican08:

Yup, completely normal. If you look at the s/e in the pamphlet that came with the supps, you'll see that cramping is one of them. I know it can freak you out but try not to worry They can even make you spot a bit by irritating your cervix.

Thanks ladies! I actually looked for pamphlet that comes with the meds, but there was nothing!