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HCG And Progesterone Too Low?

2 posts on this thread and the last post was on November 5th, 2009 9:36 PM
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ness2378 - November 5th, 2009 4:56 PM
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I had an ectopic pregnancy about 2 years ago. My husband and I have been trying ever since with Clomid, Injectibles, and IUI's. I just found out on November 2nd that I am pregnant again, and I went in for blood work that afternoon and was totally devestated when they told me that my HCG level was only 17, and my progesterone was only 2. They wanted me to come back in two days and have it rechecked. So, I did and my level came back HCG 33, and progesterone 14. I have no idea how the progesterone jumped that high. My doctor said it was a miracle, but I am still scared. I still think it is another ectopic. I have to go in the morning for another beta and progesterone test. I guess I am just wondering if HCG of 33 is way too low for 4 weeks from LMP. And I am still concerned about the progesterone. I feel like if there wasnt a problem, my level would have never been so low, even though it got higher within a couple days. Any advice or opinions???


a_m_y - November 5th, 2009 9:35 PM

Can you ask your Dr about progesterone supplements. I went on them at 5 weeks because I requested them after a previous early miscarriage. They never actually tested my levels but it gave me peace of mind to go on them.


a_m_y - November 5th, 2009 9:36 PM

Your HCG is doubling like it should though - so that is a great sign!