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Name: Teresa
Question:
I'm 46 and have regular, but heavy periods. Currently, I take 1 grain of Armour and 50 mcg. Of Synthroid for low thyroid and iron for low ferritin -no natural hormones yet. Just had pelvic ultrasound and discovered a "somewhat complex septated right ovarian cyst". Gyn consultyesterday; had an endometrial biopsy - doesn't think the cyst is anything to worry about as it's very small, wants to repeat the ultrasound in 8 weeks - depending on the results of the biopsy. I'd like to try bioidentical progesterone, but my question is to the amount and frequency needed to reduce the lining. Do I only use during the second half of my cycle, or do I take continuously and at what doeses?
Answer:
You use the bioidentical progesterone only in the second half of the cycle. The average dose for this purpose is 200 to 400 milligrams of progesterone every day for the 2 weeks out of each month. Phillip Warner, M.D. Power Surge Medical Consultant To schedule a personal consultation, call Dr. Warner at: 530.749.8511 Read more about natural, bio-identical hormones Information provided by Dr. Warner is general in nature and should not be construed as a substitute for a visit to and examination by your own personal physician. Please read our disclaimer.