Progesterone insufficiency as a cause of late miscarriage ?

[waitn2b]

I know that it can cause early miscarriage, but can it cause miscarriage around 16 weeks or so ? I know the placenta takes over production of progesterone around 8 weeks, but what if the placenta is not producing enough ? I am reading contradicting information on the internet. Does anyone know anything about this topic ? Would it result in a missed miscarriage ? Also, my cycle length is about 23 to 25 days normally. And this is not normal for me. It used to be 28 to 30 days but over the past 2 years, it has drastically shortened and I have had 2 miscarriages both discovered near 18 weeks in which the fetus has died in utero at 16 weeks. Any experiences or information you have is appreciated .

[Luckejem]

OMG, I never knew that, I just lost my son at 18 weeks but I was taking progesterone during the summer. The doctor knew and never said anything to me, where could I get some info, as of yet, I dont know why I miscarried at 18 weeks.

[findinghumility]

Your right, there is a lot of information back and forth on this...I don't think the experts even know what the answer is yet. I did have a friend with several miscarriages the last one past 12 weeks.  She was put on progesterone shots and I believe took them quite long into the pregnancy carrying the rest of her babies to term. What I've read tends to say that progesterone drops in later pregnancy are due to a pregnancy that is not viable for some reason.  Sorry I don't have any solid answer for you!

[ArmyPrincess819]

I:m so sorry for your loss. I'm not sure but I hope you find the answers you are looking for. Take care and best wishes to you.

[hope2seebaby]

Well I suffer from PCOS and at one point I was told I would have to use progesterone supplements by a fertillity specialist once I became pregnant. But my last doctor didn't listen to me when I told her and now I am dealing with the loss of my baby. If your body can't keep a balance in the hormone taking it can only help but you would have to be closely monitored to see if it drops.  I also was told that it couldn't hurt the baby if you use it before any problems arise, but I don't know.  I really am sory for your loss and know you are not alone.

[peterjl]

I was 16 weeks pregnant when I found out my baby had died.  I have PCOS and I was receiving twice weekly progesterone shots due to my levels being all over.  I had 2 ultrasounds prior that showed a healthy baby.  About 1 & 1/2 weeks before finding out the baby had died, my level had dropped almost 20 points.  My doctor did not know if my level dropped due to the baby dying, or if the drop in my level caused the baby to die.  My little boy was perfect on delivery, no chromosome disorder.  So I do think that progesterone levels can affect a pregnancy.  So sorry for your loss.

[Mischante]

Hi My name is Mischante and I too have just lost my baby at 16 weeks. I went to my checkup on the 6th of Jan and we could not find the HB, I ended up having an ultrasound that same day and my little Angels heart was no longer beating.I ended up having a D&E that same day. I am so sad and confuised I have never had a problemwith my other pregnancies(3), I dont know what to do withmyself but cry I wanted this baby sooo bad and now it is over. However I did find a mourtuary that said they would cremate my babies remains for free which helps but I dont understand what happened, I felt fine and there was never any cramps or spotting. How does someone get over this tradagy and move on with their life?

[smr08]

I was never told anything about progesterone with my last pregnancy. He was doing fine up till my last checkup on 10/15 the Dr could not find a heartbeat so he sent me for an u/s, no heartbeat. I was induced on 10/16 and delivered on 10/17.Like Luckejem, I dont know why I lost my son at almost 5 months, but this might be something to look into.

                        Lori


                                      

[10sully]

I also lost my son at 16 weeks.  I had a perfect us at 12 weeks, and went in for my 16 week appointment, not expecting anything.  No heartbeat.  I miscarried naturally at 18 weeks.  Very sad and I feel for all of you.  I have learned a lot since then.  Too things to look for elevated TSH, (thyroid hormone), and your progesterone levels.  My TSH was elevated when I lost the baby, but was told that it had no effect.  Not true.  Also Dr Hilgers from Omaha, NE has done lots of research over the past 30 years about hormones and pregnancy, and women's overall health.  He links progesterone to miscarriage both early and late, and preterm labor. http://www.popepaulvi.com/  http://www.naprotechnology.com/

[rach301]

The average cycle is 28 days long; however, a cycle can range in length from 21 days to about 35 days. In regards to low Progrestrone I have been advised by a fertlity specialist, see ifo below:

You could also check your ovulation at home ( with a ovulation kit that you can get at the pharmacy) and then count how many days are between the day of ovulation and the next period. If it is less than 10 days, you can suspect a short luteal phase and you might benefit from some progesterone supplementation. That's what I was advised.

You cycle seems fine, so don't worry about it. I recently had a miscarriage and my cyle is much shorter too, sometimes it happens, as long as ur period is over 21 days it's fine.

Wishing you luck and every happiness.

Rachel x