Yes, taking Susten 200 (progesterone) at 9 weeks of pregnancy is generally safe and very common, especially if you have a history of irregular periods. Progesterone is a natural hormone that helps support and maintain your uterine lining, providing a secure environment for your developing baby. Since irregular periods can sometimes be linked to lower progesterone levels, your doctor has likely prescribed this to give your pregnancy extra support. Please continue to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. It is a very reassuring step for a healthy pregnancy, and they will monitor your progress closely.

Your recent ultrasounds and hormone levels were normal. While progesterone (Susten) is prescribed to support early pregnancy, experiencing severe cramping and heavy bleeding is not a typical reaction and needs prompt medical evaluation. Sometimes, minor spotting can happen, but heavy flow and pain require an immediate check-up with your obstetrician to ensure everything remains on track. Please contact your doctor or visit the nearest clinic right away for a physical assessment.

Having four mature follicles for your IUI cycle is very promising and generally increases your chances of success, though it also carries a higher likelihood of twins or triplets. As for the creamy vaginal leakage, please don't worry. This is a very common and completely normal side effect of vaginal progesterone (Susten 400). The suppository melts to deliver the active medication, and your body naturally discards the inactive base. It does not mean the medication isn't working. I am sending you my warmest, most hopeful wishes for a successful and healthy outcome!

Both early pregnancy and your oral progesterone medication (Susten 400) can cause fatigue and dizziness. Progesterone naturally relaxes the body, and taking it orally can sometimes make these side effects more noticeable. Because the symptoms of early pregnancy and progesterone side effects overlap so closely, it is difficult to distinguish between them right now. Please try to rest, stay well-hydrated, and rise slowly from sitting to help with the dizziness. The most reliable way to know for sure is to take a home pregnancy test once your period is late.

When you stop taking vaginal progesterone (Susten), your body's progesterone levels naturally drop. This sudden decrease signals your uterine lining to begin shedding, which often starts as light brown spotting or bleeding. This is simply older blood and is a normal response as your body resets its natural cycle. If the bleeding becomes unusually heavy, is accompanied by severe pain, or continues for more than a few days, please reach out to your healthcare provider for a quick check-up.

With a mature follicle, timed hCG injection, and progesterone (Susten) support, your chances of conception this cycle are quite good, typically around 15% to 25%. The progesterone helps support your uterine lining for a potential pregnancy. Because the hCG trigger injection itself contains the pregnancy hormone, testing too early can lead to a false positive. To ensure an accurate result, I highly recommend waiting at least 14 days after your hCG injection?which is usually after completing your 10-day course of Susten?before taking a home pregnancy test.