Question 1

can you get a period on progesterone suppositories? i am on 100mg daily twice a day while i wait for testing day for my iui (july 4th will be 14 days). also, i will be using a off-brand blue dye preg test. rumors are saying blue dye is not accurate?

Accepted Answer

: Daily progesterone suppositories are given to prevent inadequate progesterone production by the ovary, however, if there is a significant decrease in ovarian production of progesterone subsequent to ovulation, bleeding may occur.  A home pregnancy test or a serum HCG test after "14 days" post IUI  should indicate if pregnancy has occurred.

Question 2

50 y.o. skip a few mos of a period. est high. fsh in meno range. then- gushing flow & clots. dr. said lining looks as if i'm about to have a period. put on progesterone to thin lining. she says biopsy to check for endo cancer in 2 or 3 mos. why wait?

Accepted Answer

: Risk versus benefit, bleeding is likely due to hormonal imbalance, i.e. endometrial hyperplasia rather than carcinoma.  If the lining gets thin with progesterone, endometrial biopsy may be unnecessary but either approach can be done.

Question 3

does progesterone reduce every month before a period ? if so why?

Accepted Answer

Nature: When your ovary release an egg it contains something called a corpus luteum cyst. This produces Progesterone as it waits for ovulation. The corpus luteum dies if it is not fertilized. This stops the Progesterone production. The drop in progestestone destabilizes the lining of the uterus called the endometrium leading to your menstrual cycle.

Question 4

dr upped progesterone to 200mg 10days month  period very light but lasted 6 days instead of 4 is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Could be but: It could be but please let your doctor know. Keep communication chanel open with your prescribing doctor, always... Good luck!

Question 5

what is the normal range for the amount of time it takes to start a period after your last progesterone pill?

Accepted Answer

3-10 days: With adequate estrogen effect & at least 7 days of Progesterone use, you should see a withdrawal bleed within 3-10 days. If not, you need to discuss this with your doc. To prevent hyperplasia, you may need a longer course (10 days). For synchronizing your lining, you may need a higher dose and/or estrogen supplementation.

Question 6

i took progesterone for 10 days and never started a period, im 20 days past the last pill. my dr wanted an appointment so im going thursday, are there other alternatives or something i should be asking for? what are my other options?

Accepted Answer

: Other options include an IUD or low dose oral bcp's.  Your GYN physician may order a pelvic ultrasound to determine whether you have polycystic ovarian syndrome, which will cause non-ovulatory cycles, and is treated by oral bcp's .

Question 7

does progesterone stop your period?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If you have had abnormally prolonged bleeding, Progesterone may stop the bleeding in many cases.   Prolonged Progesterone treatment (like with the Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud) may prevent periods.  However, if you do not ovulate on your own and miss a period for several months, Progesterone can start your period.  It is best to review your particular situation with your doctor.

Question 8

is progesterone given to induce period?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if: Yes, it a woman is not pregnant.  She also needs sufficient estrogen in her body in order for the Progesterone to induce the period.

Question 9

how can i use progesterone to induce period?

Accepted Answer

Sure: You can take Provera (medroxyprogesterone) tablets 10 mg daily for 10 days from Day 16 to Day 25 of your cycle, or you can take Provera (medroxyprogesterone) 20mg daily day 21 to Day 25 of your cycle. You can also just get a Progesterone injection at the doctor's office. You can also use natural Progesterone in 100mg or 200mg doses just like Provera (medroxyprogesterone). You can also use suppositories or a vaginal gel or cream.

Question 10

how long after taking progesterone pills does a period start? i'm going on 15 days since last pill with no period.

Accepted Answer

Sooner than that: The treatment in your case did not work. Bleeding usually starts 1-3 days after stopping Progesterone. You will need to contact the prescribing doctor to discuss the next steps.

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Can you get a period on progesterone suppositories? i am on 100mg daily twice a day while i wait for testing day for my iui (july 4th will be 14 days). also, i will be using a off-brand blue dye preg test. rumors are saying blue dye is not accurate?

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50 y.o. skip a few mos of a period. est high. fsh in meno range. then- gushing flow & clots. dr. said lining looks as if i'm about to have a period. put on progesterone to thin lining. she says biopsy to check for endo cancer in 2 or 3 mos. why wait?

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Does progesterone reduce every month before a period ? if so why?

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Dr upped progesterone to 200mg 10days month period very light but lasted 6 days instead of 4 is this normal?

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What is the normal range for the amount of time it takes to start a period after your last progesterone pill?

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I took progesterone for 10 days and never started a period, im 20 days past the last pill. my dr wanted an appointment so im going thursday, are there other alternatives or something i should be asking for? what are my other options?

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Does progesterone stop your period?

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Is progesterone given to induce period?

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How can i use progesterone to induce period?

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How long after taking progesterone pills does a period start? i'm going on 15 days since last pill with no period.

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