women who have used clomid/met and had low progesterone?

Question

I have PCOS and my doctor just discovered that I am not ovulating because I have extremely low progesterone. I tested a 1. He wants me to start Clomid as soon as I get aunt flo. I take 1500mg Metformin daily. My question is, does the Clomid raise the progesterone level? If it did, were you successful in achieving pregnancy? I am soon to turn 40 and although the doc says that I'm nowhere near menopause I fear that my time is running short. If the Clomid doesn't work then I think ttc will be over for us. Success stories may help me get through this a little better. Thanks in advance for the help!

Answer 1

Progesterone levels are a direct result of ovulation. When the follicle releases the egg then the follicle turns to a corpus luteum and immediately starts producing high amounts of progesterone. This progesterone is what makes your body temp go up, causes the lining of the uterus to thicken, and then, in about 2 weeks, the corpus luteum dies (if not pg) and you get your period.
So, if the clomid causes you to ovulate, then that will in turn cause your progesterone levels to rise. Some women have problems with recurrant miscarriage due to low progesterone in early pregnancy, but your doctor will be checking for this. If it becomes a problem then they can give you vaginal suppositories to help sustain a pregnancy.
As for words of encouragement, well, I don't have a success story, I've been TTC for 3 yrs with only 1 miscarriage to show. But I can say that infertility has brought me closer to my husband than I ever imagined. Find a doc you trust, be as healthy as possible, put time and energy into your marriage, pray, and then wait. Best of luck to you and loads of baby dust!

Answer 2

Hi. I'm sorry to hear of your losses. I've also had 3 miscarriages in the past 2-1/2 years and all the tests pointed to low hormone levels. Currently I'm taking Prometrium and progesterone suppositories, Estrodial. I'm currently 9 weeks pregnant and according to my dr. things are progressing great, my current level is 38 (and rising weekly) I have weekly blood tests for reassurance. Good luck to you - I'm sure everything will be just fine :)