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Progesterone & IVF

by Lana
(Menomonee Falls, WI USA)

In October, I had my 1st IVF Cycle. After transfer, I was asked to give myself progesterone in oil (PIO) injections. Immediately, I found myself losing weight, clear mind, less water retention, better sleep, all muscle aches were gone, hair growth, & I could see my 30 year old face again.

The embryo did not implant, but I learned something from it. I need progesterone for general hormonal balance & health.

Does anyone have a dosage recommendation for using PIO during the luteal phase to help relieve symptoms, promote hormonal balance, & hopefully lead to a healthy pregnancy?

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Nov 12, 2018
 Progesterone & IVF
by: Joy

Hi Lana

I am surprised that you benefited from an oil, a cream is far better please read this study. You might also like to read the various Delivery Methods.

I can't help you with a dose for oil, but between 100-200mg progesterone cream is needed. Perhaps someone else can advise on how much oil to use. Please read How to use Progesterone
Cream, Estrogen Dominance and Pregnancy Problems.

Something that so many forget or are unaware of is vitamin D3. A deficiency reduces the benefits of progesterone, optimal range is between 70-100ng/mL. Nothing less than 5,000iu's is needed daily. Co-factors are needed when taking D3, magnesium and vitamin K2 with no soy are the important ones.

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