How to Identify a Body's Lack of Progesterone
Progesterone is a very important hormone in a female body. Progesterone helps provide a fertile environment for the embryo's development as well as for conception. There are many different reasons a woman's body could be lacking progesterone. These steps will help you identify the reason your own body might lack progesterone.
Instructions
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Chart your fertility cycle. This can seem time consuming and a hassle, but is well worth it when you're done. Charting your fertility cycle consists of taking your temperature, checking your cervical mucus, keeping track of when your period started and also when you had sex (see Resources).
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Have a blood test done after ovulation. Make an appointment with your doctor to do a blood test to help you determine your progesterone levels. Discuss with your doctor any concerns you may have and ask about methods to help you increase your progesterone levels if needed.
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Time your luteal phase. Your luteal phase is when your period beings, at ovulation, then ends the day before the period ends. If your luteal phase is less than ten days, that is an indication your progesterone levels are low.
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Consult your doctor to see what options you have to raise the levels. Also talk with your doctor about the causes and symptoms of low progesterone to see if you can increase them just by changing part of your lifestyle.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are trying to concieve, you may want to consult your doctor before trying anything new to make sure it won't affect a pregnancy.
Resources
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