Patient's question:
A few weeks ago, it was confirmed that I was pregnant, but later my progesterone levels were very low. I received injections of progesterone for a period of time, but in the end, I still miscarried. I have just undergone surgery and would like to ask if there are any other methods besides progesterone injections to increase progesterone levels. Patient gender:Doctor's answer:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, it is considered luteal phase defect. Luteal phase defect refers to insufficient progesterone secretion by the corpus luteum or premature luteal regression, leading to poor secretion of the endometrium and thus difficulty in implantation of the embryo or early pregnancy miscarriage. Luteal phase defect may be related to insufficient secretion of LH and FSH by the pituitary gland, or excessive or insufficient prolactin secretion by the pituitary gland; in some cases, it may be due to the immaturity of the embryo itself, its insensitivity to gonadotropins; in some cases, it may be due to insufficient ability of the corpus luteum to synthesize progesterone, or an imbalance in the ratio of estrogen and progesterone. Our hospital is a professional institution for treating infertility and sterility. We recommend that you and your partner come to our hospital for a comprehensive and systematic examination to identify the factors or causes of infertility or sterility, so that targeted treatment can be provided. Do not miss the best age for pregnancy. Wish you good health!