Patient's question:
I've been married for two years, and I found out I'm pregnant this month. I've been experiencing severe dizziness and nausea, feeling extremely weak and constantly wanting to sleep. I have very poor stamina, difficulty standing steadily, intense palpitations, rapid breathing, a poor complexion, and extreme physical weakness. I went to the hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said my progesterone levels are low.What kind of help do I need: What are the symptoms of low progesterone during pregnancy?
Doctor's answer:
In the early stages of pregnancy, low progesterone levels usually do not cause any symptoms. However, if it progresses to miscarriage, there may be symptoms of vaginal bleeding. Progesterone is the hormone that maintains pregnancy, and before the third month of pregnancy, it is excreted by the mother to sustain the pregnancy. Therefore, if progesterone levels are low now, it indicates poor corpus luteum function in the pregnant woman, making it very necessary to supplement with external progesterone to maintain the pregnancy. Otherwise, it could easily lead to miscarriage.For low progesterone, it is recommended to eat foods like soy to boost progesterone levels. Appropriately consume fruits rich in pectin and dietary fiber, such as peaches, pomelos, hawthorns, strawberries, kiwis, and pear plums, which will not cause significant fluctuations in blood sugar.