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Low but rising hcg and high progesterone.is this safe for pregnancy?

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Dr. Darrin Cunningham answered

Yes: Hcg levels start low and increase as the size of the placenta and baby grows. The Progesterone is usually elevated at conception and will resin high.

Answered 6/30/2014

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