Progesterone Levels

SaucyKell · February 2012

So 2 weeks ago (6weeks5days) my RE put me on progesterone suppositories 3x a day because my progesterone level was 13. Today I had another appointment and they said they would probably taper me down based on my results. Today my level was 18. They decided to keep me on 3x a day until I'm 11 weeks, and I go back next week to have it re-checked. Does this seem super conservative? I feel like 18 really isn't that low at all... any thoughts?

babyike · February 2012

18 isn't that low, but it's likely your provider just wants to cover all the bases. Levels can fluctuate quite a bit, and staying on the supps can help to maintain a more ideal range. Your placenta should take over P4 production by 10-11 weeks, so that's likely why they want you to stay on them. HTH!

eclipselova4eva · February 2012

My levels were in the high 20's in the first part of this pregnancy. I think they consider 18 borderline? Keep up the progesterone...you won't regret it

JeffNessa810 · February 2012

I sounds good but they probably don't want to take you off because you're at 18 because of the progesterone sups if you stop early, your levels may drop. You just won't need it anymore when the placenta takes over. I'm on them too- Crinone 8% and I only have to take them once a day and my levels were at 6 when I was 5 weeks. They went up to 7.5 two days after I started the Crinone but they haven't tested me since. I'm 10 weeks 5 days now so I'm guessing everything is going well. I've never made it this far before- two m/c before 5 weeks. Keep it up, 11 weeks will be here before you know it! I'm on mine till 12 weeks, can't wait! GL!

jborgia · February 2012

I think might as well stay on it if it is working and came help. Better to stay on them and be safe. My progesterone is 14.5 and i am on them and hoping they rise by blood work on monday!

daynakako · February 2012

JeffNessa810:
I sounds good but they probably don't want to take you off because you're at 18 because of the progesterone sups if you stop early, your levels may drop. You just won't need it anymore when the placenta takes over. I'm on them too- Crinone 8% and I only have to take them once a day and my levels were at 6 when I was 5 weeks. They went up to 7.5 two days after I started the Crinone but they haven't tested me since. I'm 10 weeks 5 days now so I'm guessing everything is going well. I've never made it this far before- two m/c before 5 weeks. Keep it up, 11 weeks will be here before you know it! I'm on mine till 12 weeks, can't wait! GL!

I am waiting to get my progesterone checked. (7 DPO bloodwork) I have had to losses both right around 5 weeks. If you have any advice I would appreciate it!

emilyec1 · February 2012

Mine was 15 at 5 weeks and 18 at 8 weeks. My OB didn't place me on supplements, but I think I am considered the lower end of the normal range. The only ranges I found are 9 to 47 for 1st tri. It definitely sounds like your OB is attentive, though!

mswood1977 · February 2012

My P4 level was 18.5 (at 4 weeks and after 3 days on 100 mg progesterone suppositories). My RE had me stay on the progesterone until 10 weeks just to make sure.

SaucyKell · February 2012

Thanks everyone for your input! They're a pain (especially 3 times a day) however it is well worth it of course.

JeffNessa810 · February 2012

daynakako:
JeffNessa810:

I sounds good but they probably don't want to take you off because you're at 18 because of the progesterone sups if you stop early, your levels may drop. You just won't need it anymore when the placenta takes over. I'm on them too- Crinone 8% and I only have to take them once a day and my levels were at 6 when I was 5 weeks. They went up to 7.5 two days after I started the Crinone but they haven't tested me since. I'm 10 weeks 5 days now so I'm guessing everything is going well. I've never made it this far before- two m/c before 5 weeks. Keep it up, 11 weeks will be here before you know it! I'm on mine till 12 weeks, can't wait! GL!

I am waiting to get my progesterone checked. (7 DPO bloodwork) I have had to losses both right around 5 weeks. If you have any advice I would appreciate it!

Unfortunatly, the only advise I can give is to take it easy and wait for the results. I started the progesterone as soon as they called me and they say it starts to work within a half hour so hopfully they'll start you on it in time-if it comes back low. Did they tell you that it was low with either of your m/c? GL, I have my FX for you! Hopefully, third time's a charm-for both of us!

JeffNessa810 · February 2012

daynakako:
JeffNessa810:

I sounds good but they probably don't want to take you off because you're at 18 because of the progesterone sups if you stop early, your levels may drop. You just won't need it anymore when the placenta takes over. I'm on them too- Crinone 8% and I only have to take them once a day and my levels were at 6 when I was 5 weeks. They went up to 7.5 two days after I started the Crinone but they haven't tested me since. I'm 10 weeks 5 days now so I'm guessing everything is going well. I've never made it this far before- two m/c before 5 weeks. Keep it up, 11 weeks will be here before you know it! I'm on mine till 12 weeks, can't wait! GL!

I am waiting to get my progesterone checked. (7 DPO bloodwork) I have had to losses both right around 5 weeks. If you have any advice I would appreciate it!

Unfortunatly, the only advise I can give is to take it easy and wait for the results. I started the progesterone as soon as they called me and they say it starts to work within a half hour so hopfully they'll start you on it in time-if it comes back low. Did they tell you that it was low with either of your m/c? GL, I have my FX for you! Hopefully, third time's a charm-for both of us!

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