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How do i know if i am, or would be, menopausal if i have artificially induced a period during the past year with progesterone?

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Dr. Janice Alexander answered

Check Fsh: Your doctor can check your pituitary hormone, fsh, to see if it is in menopausal range. If it is over 20, it is a good bet that you are going into or in menopause!

Answered 4/21/2013

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A member asked:

How do i know if i am, or would be, menopausal if i have artificially induced a period during the past year with progesterone?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Janice Alexander answered

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