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I have pcos and my progesterone is 0.31 ng/ml and androstenedione is 5.49 on day 22.i don't take bcp. please interpret this and suggest something.

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Goals : The answer depends on what your goals are. If you're wanting menstrual cycle regulation then start birth-control pills.

Answered 10/27/2013

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