Progesterone

What is progesterone?

Progesterone is a steroid hormone that plays a vital role in the female menstrual cycle and pregnancy. Known as the "pregnancy hormone", progesterone helps prep the body for conception and supports the embryo should fertilization occur.

Some key facts about progesterone:

• Produced mainly by the corpus luteum in the ovary after ovulation, with smaller amounts from the adrenal glands and placenta during pregnancy


• Levels rise after ovulation to thicken the uterine lining, preparing it to sustain a pregnancy


• Has a thermogenic effect, slightly raising basal body temperature


• Works alongside estrogen to regulate the menstrual cycle


• Supports pregnancy by maintaining the uterine lining, reducing contractions


• Levels peak at week 10 of pregnancy then slowly decline

What happens if progesterone is low? Some potential issues include:

• Difficulty getting pregnant as the uterine lining may not thicken sufficiently


• Increased miscarriage risk in early pregnancy as low progesterone cannot sustain the embryo


• Abnormal periods - insufficient progesterone can lead to low estrogen dominance causing irregular cycles

If you're struggling with infertility, recurrent miscarriages or irregular periods, see your doctor to test your hormonal balance. Progesterone supplements or creams may help support your body.

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I hope this gives you a helpful overview on the importance of progesterone! Let me know if you have any other questions.