Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried about it affecting my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. How can I supplement for insufficient luteal phase?Doctor's answer:
Luteal insufficiency refers to the incomplete formation of the corpus luteum after ovulation in the ovary, leading to insufficient secretion of progesterone. This prevents the timely transformation of the endometrium, making it unfavorable for the implantation of the fertilized egg. As a result, it often leads to infertility or habitual spontaneous abortion.Luteal function insufficiency is characterized by a menstrual cycle shorter than 21 days, spotting before menstruation, prolonged menstrual periods, continuous secretion of brown discharge, infertility, or habitual abortion.