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7 1/2 weeks pregnant-on progesterone (100 mg, 1 per day) level was 11 at 6 wks. fetal heartbeat was 154 2 dys ago. should i be taking a higher dose?

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Dr. Alan Patterson answered

the only person: You should be asking that ? To is your ob. I use the Crinone (progesterone gel) gel in my pts, please ask your OB and follow your ob's instructions.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

7 1/2 weeks pregnant-on progesterone (100 mg, 1 per day) level was 11 at 6 wks. fetal heartbeat was 154 2 dys ago. should i be taking a higher dose?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Patterson answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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