HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Unable To Conceive. Blood Test Shows Low Progesterone. Visiting A Gynecologist. Tests And Treatment For Infertility ?

default
Posted on Wed, 13 Jun 2012
Question: i am 33 years old. have been trying to have a baby for 5 months, but not successful. I had blood test last week (day 21 after period), showing progesterone level 1.5. My GP says it is very low. I am going to see a gynaecologist. I just what tests/treatments i am going to have. I have no medical history.
doctor
Answered by Dr. Meenakshi Titoria Sahu (57 minutes later)
Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

I understand your health concern.

Low progesterone levels denote that your ovary is not producing eggs adequately ( in medical terms it is called Anovulation). It is one of the commonest cause of infertility. Depending on the cause, it is treatable and results are good after treatment. The various treatment options your Gynecologist will discuss with you, which varies from some oral medicines like Clomiphene to injectables like Gonadotrophins. If you are overweight, weight reduction also helps.

Hope my suggestions will help you. I will be available for your follow up queries, if any.

Regards,
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Meenakshi Titoria Sahu

OBGYN

Practicing since :1999

Answered : 158 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Unable To Conceive. Blood Test Shows Low Progesterone. Visiting A Gynecologist. Tests And Treatment For Infertility ?

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

I understand your health concern.

Low progesterone levels denote that your ovary is not producing eggs adequately ( in medical terms it is called Anovulation). It is one of the commonest cause of infertility. Depending on the cause, it is treatable and results are good after treatment. The various treatment options your Gynecologist will discuss with you, which varies from some oral medicines like Clomiphene to injectables like Gonadotrophins. If you are overweight, weight reduction also helps.

Hope my suggestions will help you. I will be available for your follow up queries, if any.

Regards,