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A member asked:

What is the function of the 2nd hcg shot after iui? i didn't have one the first time and ended up pregnant

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Dr. Gerard Honore answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

ASk : Your doctor. I do not use them, i believe some docs use for luteal phase support in lieu of Progesterone supplementation, but your doctor could give you his/her reason.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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