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Pregnancy (Expert Forum)
low prog
Answered by
Keith Downing, MD - Obstetrics, Gynecology
MA
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Doctor's Answer
by Keith Downing, MD, May 11, 2008 07:05PM
, May 11, 2008 07:05PM
Hello,
No. But there is evidence that in early pregnancy a low prog level is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage (a level 25 are very reassuring and those in between are a gray zone. Also, supplemental progesterone has not been shown to be beneficial (despite often being prescribed).
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
No. But there is evidence that in early pregnancy a low prog level is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage (a level 25 are very reassuring and those in between are a gray zone. Also, supplemental progesterone has not been shown to be beneficial (despite often being prescribed).
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
