Patient's question:
Sister is 39 weeks pregnant and has been leaking brown discharge. The hospital conducted a thorough blood test, and the doctor said her progesterone level is low. They recommended taking a lot of progesterone supplements and coming back for another blood test after one week. If the numbers don’t increase, she will need to take medication to prevent miscarriage. I want to ask her if this will lead to a miscarriage?Doctor's answer:
If there is continuous discharge of brown substance in the early stages of pregnancy and the progesterone level is low, it is very easy to miscarry. It is recommended that you take progesterone tablets orally or receive progesterone injections for muscle treatment. Rest is important, and you should engage in minimal physical activity. Absolute bed rest is necessary. Drink plenty of water and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. You can also consume foods high in progesterone, such as carrots, cauliflower, soybeans, and dragon fruit. Monitor the situation closely at all times. In severe cases, oral traditional Chinese medicine for fetal preservation can also be used for treatment.