My hubby and I have been ttc#1 for 7 months. I started using OPK's and charting 2 months ago and have noticed that I have a short luteal phase (7-8 days). Anyone out there have this problem and what did you do to solve it? I have a call in to my OB/GYN but I'm looking for some insight from those with experience. Thanks in advance!
2007-12-27 04:32:02 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
I have that problem too... My luteal phase lasted only 8 days which is not conducive to maintaining a pregnancy if you conceive. If you are charting, bring your chart to your doctor and discuss it with her. My treatment plan included clomid, close monitoring to see when I was ovulating and taking the supplement Vitamin B6, 100mg. The B6 is said to correct the problem. I know of other women that were prescribed progesterone after they ovulated to help extend the luteal phase. Either way, this condition is easily fixed! I should know - I got my BFP this month!
2007-12-27 04:45:41 · answer #1 · answered by Jenn 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how short is short. If it is at least 10 days, then there is no problem. Pregnancy can be achieved with at least 10 days. If it is less than 10 days, the egg may not have enough time to properly implant. If it doesn't have the chance, then it can't tell your body to produce the pregnancy hormone hcg. Hcg will stop your menstrual period by keeping the progesterone high and the estrogen lower. You can still get pregnant, but you might want to check with a doctor to lengthen the luteal phase. Best of luck to you!
2016-05-27 03:09:49 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A short luteal phase can be a problem when you're trying to conceive because it means that your body is not producing enough progesterone to sustain a pregnancy. A luteal phase under 10 days should be treated. I would talk to your ob/gyn about it and see what he/she suggests. Short luteal phases are usually easily treated. You can use clomid (which would have to be prescribed by your doctor), B6 supplements, or progesterone cream. I have used clomid to increase mine, although I did not conceive while on the medication. I am currently using B6 to increase my luteal phase. Good luck!
2007-12-27 04:48:56 · answer #3 · answered by CharChar 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I too have a short luteal phase, 9 days. I wanted to try a natural approach first without having to go on Clomid or other meds since I have pretty regular cycles. Last cycle I started taking vitamin B6 (200 mg) and natural progesterone cream after ovulation. My LP was 11 days that month! Although I didn't get my BFP that cycle, I continue taking those two this cycle and I am very hopefull. B6 should ideally be taken with vitamin B complex for better absorbtion. I am taking it with my multi-vitamin. Good luck!
2007-12-27 05:15:58 · answer #4 · answered by Karine G 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I had the same issue. My OB prescribed Clomid to increase it and it worked fine on that front but am still waiting to see a BFP! Good luck!
2007-12-27 04:38:03 · answer #5 · answered by Prabz 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It doesnt make a difference. It just means you ovulate later in your cycle. So long as you're getting a positive on your OPK you're fine.
luteal phase length only matters if you're not ovulating at all, but so long as your egg is released you're fine.
2007-12-27 04:37:42 · answer #6 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 0⤊ 7⤋