Rockville, MD
A 47-year-old female asked:
Why would my fsh levels be sky-high but i still get fairly reg periods? my estrogen is normal-to-high, too, and testosterone normal. if fsh is so high, why am i still menstruating?
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Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience
Not diagnostic : FSH levels vary throughout the month and can not be used as an isolated test to diagnose menopause. A high level at age 47 is supportive of someone being near menopause but if you still have regular cycles then menopause has not yet occurred.
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