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Progesterone therapy cured my uterine problems

by Kay
(California)

My GYN put me on 100mg of natural micronized progesterone cream daily for a thickened uterine lining and polyps. They found the condition by doing a vaginal ultrasound.

They did a biopsy which was negative. The GYN wanted to do a D&C but I opted to wait until taking the progesterone therapy for 6 months first. My recent vaginal ultrasound showed the lining is back to normal for me, I am post menopausal and the polyps are shrinking or non existent in some cases.

I am very thankful that my GYN has knowledge about bio-identical hormone therapy. I am continuing for another 6 months until all polyps are gone, then they will probably reduce the dosage some, depending on my hormone levels.

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Feb 22, 2011
 Progesterone therapy cured my uterine problems
by: Wray

Hi Kay This is good news your gyn knows about progesterone, so many don't. I'm delighted you opted to wait and see if the progesterone helped. There is no need to reduce the amount you're using, but if you do, please do it slowly. Dropping too fast causes symptoms to come back. I still use about 170mg/day, and that's after 15 years of using it. It's so protective against all the oestrogen mimics now on our planet, see the website Our Stolen Future for more info. It's also beneficial for ageing, see here, here, here and here. Take care Wray
Jan 30, 2017
 Large uterine polyp
by: Anonymous

I saw my dr today. Having had heavy bleeding for the last 2 years she diagnosed me with 2 fibroids in 2015. I had a uterine biopsy which was negative. She put me on BC in September 2016 but after 3 months I threw them out. I wanted her to check me then but she insisted that I was only due for a pep smear in January. Today as she was doing my pap, she said "wow I see what your problems are. Omg! It's a polyp and the biggest I've seen since I've been practicing. I'm not sure why she felt that added information was something i needed to know but it only added stress. She is referring me to a gyno and told me she would prob recommend a hysterectomy. She also told me that I had to increase my iron or I would bleed to death and die. Lol lovely choice of words. So now I'm scared and confused. Is this cancerous? I was taking progesterone cream. Should I keep taking it ? Have a hysterectomy?
Mar 11, 2018
 Uterine polyps
by: Pat

I was just diagnose with uterine polyp. I am currently use 160 mgs of progesterone cream, Progest by emerita. I been diagnosed with low progesterone levels even though I supplement with the cream.

Would uterine polyps interfere with progesterone production?
Mar 12, 2018
 Uterine polyps
by: Joy

Hi Pat

No, polyps would not interfere with progesterone production. You are not getting enough progesterone as Progest has 900mg of progesterone concentration, whereas Natpro Progesterone Cream has 2,000mg. This would explain your low progesterone level when tested. May I suggest that you double the amount of Progest to see if that will help you.

Vitamin D3 is also very important as a deficiency reduces the benefits of progesterone, optimal range is between 70-100ng/mL.
Mar 13, 2018
 polyps
by: Anonymous

Ok thank you I will double my dose. My naturopath has me on a protocol that is addressing the whole endocrine system. Thryoid, adrenal glands, vitamins and minerals. I got off the progest but now back on it.

Would too much progesterone cream cause the lining to thicken and interfere with ovulation? I will double up.

Thank you,
Mar 14, 2018
 Polyps
by: Joy

Hi Pat

Progesterone actually helps to clear the lining of the uterus which is caused by a build of of excess estrogen. The use of progesterone can stop ovulation if used before ovulation. Progesterone should be used during the luteal phase, ie from ovulation to bleeding.

Please read How to use progesterone cream.
Mar 15, 2018
 uterine polyps
by: Anonymous

How can I follow a cycle when I am bleeding 3 weeks out of the month? Polyp may be causing the irregular bleeding and I was just put on antibiotics for an infection, doctor said the infection could also cause inflammation in the lining of my uterus that would cause heavy bleeding. So I am hoping once infection and polyp is removed my cycle will become normal again so I have a cycle to follow to apply cream at the right time, until bleeding starts.

Thank you.
Mar 19, 2018
 Uterine polyps
by: Joy

If periods are irregular it is very difficult to use progesterone by following the cycle. It should be used every day with no breaks until the cycle becomes regular again. If the infection does not clear, please consider trying the heavy/continual bleeding protocol which has helped many, perhaps it will help you.

Heavy/Continual Bleeding Protocol
* 400-500mg Natpro Progesterone Cream per day
* 2000mg N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) per day
* 2000mg Taurine per day
* 5000iu's Vitamin D per day
* 1000mg Bioflavanoids per day

You haven't stated your age, but you could also be in Peri-Menopause which often causes heavy/continual bleeding.
Mar 19, 2018
 polyps
by: Anonymous

I am on a protocol from a naturopath. I take supplements for adrenal gland, thyroid and liver, I am on Vit D, Vit B and C, Iron, salmon oil, Zinc, Gaba, and progesterone cream and melatonin and Hcl with pepsin.

I got off the protocol and that is when the heavy bleeding started again and estrogen dominance symptoms. I am also on antibiotics to kill the infection. I am having the polyp removed next month. I am definitely peri-menopausal, I am almost 50.

I am feeling so much better as I started back on the supplements from naturopath and never getting off them again. I can't wait to have this polyp removed, that is contributing to the bleeding issues.

Thank you. Naturopaths are the best.
Oct 12, 2018
 Thick uterus lining
by: Anonymous

I recently had my vaginal ultrasound done since my periods were getting very heavy with clots. I would notice gushing of blood. I am 40+ so I feared something was not right and went to see gynaecologist.

The ultrasound indicated irregular thickening in uterus lining. I asked measurement and it is 10.2mm right now. The gynae mentioned in such cases it is most likely polyps causing heavy bleeding and showing up as thickened lining. I do feel inflammation like pain during my periods. Using herbal anti-inflammatory oil helps relieve the symptoms of inflammation but I still bleed heavy.

Right now my periods are regular and I do not bleed in between periods. I feel this is starting of some internal issue. The gynae recommended D&C which I refused after reading its efficacy. So now she recommends doing a saline ultrasound.
Can I use progesterone cream regardless?
Oct 15, 2018
 Thick uterus lining
by: Joy

Hi there. Yes you can use progesterone, in fact it will help to clear the lining which is caused by excess estrogen. Please consider trying progesterone before you have any treatment. Usually 100-200mg progesterone is needed, more if symptoms are severe. You might also like to try the heavy bleeding protocol mentioned further up, it has helped so many women.

You might like to read these pages How to use Progesterone Cream, Estrogen Dominance and Peri-Menopause.
Dec 12, 2018
 D & C with Hysteroscopy vs Progesterone
by: Anonymous

Hello!

I am 53+ postmenopausal. Six months ago I had my last BHT pellet. I decided to see if I was now in menopause and if my hormonal symptoms of hot flashes were over. Not one hot flash but I have had continued spotting (there were months during BHT there was sporadic spotting but told it was from imbalance of hormones).

During my scheduled annual pap my regualar GYN (my BHT was administered through a different care provider) she ordered a uterine ultrasound due to the bleeding. It came back showing a thickened lining (11mm) with the suspicion of something growing inside the uterus. My GYN (a physicians assistant) suggested an endometrial biopsy but after another physician in the same practice reviewed my ultra sound he is recommending a D & C with hysteroscopy.

Seeing this will be a surgery under general anesthesia I wanted to know if this could all just be a result of transitioning off BHT and to hold off on undergoing a surgery? This physician basically told me I don't have a choice that this needs to be investigated?

What would you do?
Dec 14, 2018
 D & C with Hysteroscopy vs Progesterone
by: Joy

Hi there

As mentioned in my post above, progesterone does help to clear the lining which is caused by excess estrogen, probably caused from the pellets. I am so pleased that you have had your last pellet as they have caused so many side effects. You might like to read this post.

However, if there is something growing inside the uterus, then perhaps surgery is the way to go to be on the safe side. I am surprised that they couldn't do further tests to see exactly what is growing in the uterus before surgery though.
Mar 18, 2019
 prog cream for uterine line thickness application and results?
by: Anonymous

How to take progesterone cream for uterine lining thickness, vaginally? or anywhere?

I have heard capsules are better but they gave me terrible acid reflux digestion issues...so I must use the cream. My Dr. says anyone that uses estrogen must take capsules of progesterone and creams wont work.

Any suggestions appreciated or experiences.
Mar 19, 2019
 prog cream for uterine line thickness application and results?
by: Joy

Hi there

I disagree with your doctor. Any form of oral progesterone is not the best Delivery Method as 96% gets destroyed by the gut and liver. A good progesterone cream such as Natpro which is a 3% cream is far better.

The cream should be used no less than twice a day and between 100-200mg is needed. Use half the amount in the morning and rub anywhere on the body. Use the other half at night by inserting in the vagina. I do this every day.

Progesterone will help to shed the build up of estrogen lining in the uterus.
Dec 17, 2021
 I have abnormal heavy bleeding can I use the cream
by: Anonymous

Starting oct i started to spot the whole month, then in nov through dec I was bleeding profusely losing massive amounts of blood with clots. I am now severely anemic and can barely function but I refuse to get a blood transfusion for personal readons.

My doc gave me tranexamic acid to stop blood and it worked to slow stop the bleeding but gave me chest pains.

She wants me to try 30 day progestin to stop it so I can get my energy iron up to get to the bottom of this. She said for my age 52 it sounds like polyps. I am going to do it for 1 month starting tomorrow bc Im desperate. My question is, if I do the progesterine cream instead wont it temporarily raise my estrogen (and cause me to flood again) before the progesterone kicks in from the cream

In light of that could I possibly start on the progestin and then migrate over to the progesterone cream?
Dec 17, 2021
 I have abnormal heavy bleeding can I use the cream
by: Joy

You can most certainly use progesterone, in fact it is important that you do. I am amazed that your doctor 'thinks' you have polyps at 52.  Either you do or you don't, could she be more specific?  Did she not tell you that you are in Peri-Menopause? If you do have polyps you need to address your Inflammation and follow the advice as given on the Fibroids page. I am sure that you have read this thread including all the links and references given. However, let me recap. Peri-Menopause (PM) can be a dreadful time for most women and heavy/continual bleeding/clotting is most common.  This is the time when most doctors bail out and suggest hysterectomies.  These are most unnecessary unless there is something sinister going on.  The Heavy Bleeding protocol already mentioned on this thread has helped countless women, please consider trying it.

Progesterone will not raise your estrogen, but the progestin that you have been given certainly will.  I assume the progestin given is Provera. As desperate as you are right now, please read up on it, read the side effects and the warnings. Please read the Estrogen Dominance page as you will certainly suffer from it once you start progestin. You can start progesterone at any time, just bear in mind that taking progestin will make it harder for progesterone to kick in.  Please read the How to use Progesterone cream page.  If you do decide to use progesterone please look at a good organic cream such as Natpro which is a 3.33% cream.  All information provided on progesterone is based on this cream. Usually between 100-200mg cream is needed per day, half in the morning and the other half at night.  In your case you will need to use the amount as stated in the heavy bleeding protocol until such time as it improves, then you can reduce the amount very slowly.  Progesterone therapy is not an overnight fix, it can take between 2-6 months before things improve, longer if symptoms are severe.

Tranexamic acid is given to treat or prevent excessive blood loss during surgery as well as heavy menstrual bleeding, it appears to be safe see here, yet in your case it gave you chest pains.  I would also stop taking it under those circumstances.

Are you taking Vitamin D3 and do you know what your level is?  It is vital for every functioning cell in our bodies. Together with the co-factors mentioned, it helps build our immune system thereby protecting us against COVID. A deficiency also reduces the benefits of progesterone.  

Good luck with your heaving bleeding, it can be extremely scary.  I feel for you as I suffered from the same thing. Fortunately for me, I never became anaemic, probably because I prevented it in time.

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