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Do The Luteal Phase Of 7 Days Increase The Chances Of Miscarriage?
I am 37 year old female. I have three healthy sons and have suffered one miscarriage about 3 years ago. I found out I was pregnant May 4, 2016 after realizing I was late. My last menstral period was 4/4/15- I have fairly regular cycles ranging every 30 days. I had an ultrasound on May 28th that showed I was 6 week and 2 days pregnant? There was a heartbeat visable however I have no idea how many BPM etc. Anyway my concern is that how can those dates be that far off? According to the US I conceived on 4/28 and found out I was pregnant on May 4th? That would indicate that my luteal phase was 6 or 7 days? Could this indicate an impending miscarriage or is it common to ovulate that late?
Thu, 21 Jan 2021
Hi,
Menstrual cycle contains follicular phase and luteal phase with ovulation in between. Follicular phase is the one during which the follicles with egg develops which gets released during ovulation. Luteal phase, which is also called secretory phase is the one during which the released egg travels through the fallopian tube which may or may not get fertilized by the sperm.
Usually, luteal phase lasts between 11 to 17 days. But, in most of the women, it is between 12 to 14 days. Progesterone is the main hormone in the luteal phase, the level of which determines the length of the phase. Lowering levels of progesterone induces menstruation. The short luteal phase defect is the one in which the woman have less than 10 days length. Short luteal phase may cause infertility. Since, the gestational sac is about 6 weeks with fetal cardiac activity, there is nothing to worry unless, there is any other indications. Regular follow up with Obstetrician is necessary, because of your age.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pradeepraj, General & Family Physician
Menstrual cycle contains follicular phase and luteal phase with ovulation in between. Follicular phase is the one during which the follicles with egg develops which gets released during ovulation. Luteal phase, which is also called secretory phase is the one during which the released egg travels through the fallopian tube which may or may not get fertilized by the sperm.
Usually, luteal phase lasts between 11 to 17 days. But, in most of the women, it is between 12 to 14 days. Progesterone is the main hormone in the luteal phase, the level of which determines the length of the phase. Lowering levels of progesterone induces menstruation. The short luteal phase defect is the one in which the woman have less than 10 days length. Short luteal phase may cause infertility. Since, the gestational sac is about 6 weeks with fetal cardiac activity, there is nothing to worry unless, there is any other indications. Regular follow up with Obstetrician is necessary, because of your age.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Pradeepraj, General & Family Physician
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