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Can low bbt's be an indication of fertility issues? 96.5 -97.4 pre ovulation. like low progesterone? should i get tested? trying to conceive x5 months

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

No!: "low bbt" is not a problem at all. Your temps as given are all normal. This does not indicate a Progesterone problem (which isn't very common anyway.) should you get tested? Talk with your doctor and reach a decision you are both comfortable with, i'd vote no. Good luck!

Answered 6/30/2014

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