Does taking progesterone cause abdominal pain?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

Taking progesterone does not cause stomach pain. Progesterone is a type of gestagen that promotes the maturation and shedding of the endometrium, leading to menstruation. Under normal circumstances, taking it for 7 days followed by a 7-day break can result in withdrawal bleeding, which is essentially artificial menstruation. Taking progesterone does not cause abdominal pain. If you experience abdominal pain, it is not directly related to the medication, and you should go to the hospital for a clear diagnosis.