Hormone test results, need help interpreting, please help!

So, I got my hormone level test results back. Annnnnd, I don't know what to think. Based upon the fact that some months I've had my period 2 weeks apart, and then nothing for a month, and then spotting in between, they're basically all messed up. The doctor told me to get my blood drawn on the 21st day of my period (which is hard, when you "start" and then stop and then start again, which is the 21st?!). So, I got it as close to the 21st day as possible, based on when I think I "officially" started the month prior. Based on my calendar, i had my blood collected on day 20 (day 21 was a Saturday). Researching online suggests that I got my blood drawn when I was in the ovulation phase or luteal phase (I still don't know, and the results don't help, because no matter which phase I'm in, some hormones are not in the normal range, but which ones?!)? Results as follows:

FSH: 3.7 (ref: follicular phase 3.5-12.5/ovulation phase 4.7-21.5/luteal phase 1.7-7.7)
LH: 18.21 (ref: follicular 2.4-12.6/ovulation 14.0-95.6/luteal 1.0-11.4)
Progesterone: 6.43 (ref: follicular 0.2-1.5/ovulation 0.8-3.0/luteal 1.7-27.0)
Estradiol: 180.1 (ref: follicular 12.4-233/ovulation 41.0-398/luteal 22.3-341) *this one is at least in range regardless of what phase I'm in

So, depending on what phase I was in, on day 20 of my cycle, one, or two of these tests I am out of range. Or am I just misreading something? Please help, my doctor says everything is fine, yet he never even responded about my high glucose or high Vit B-12 results (I asked 3 weeks ago ). It's been 15 days since my last period, and I just started getting some "period" discharge (ladies, you know of that which I speak), but it's still 11 or so days before I should be starting again.

As always, any help is much appreciated. This community is my saving grace, I'm so lost without everyone's help

Problem is, the Functional Med doctor is the one who ordered these tests and said the results are fine! I went to this place because they came highly recommended, and was on a 3 month long wait list. Only to get into my appointment and all he did was look down my throat and in my ears.....and order tests thankfully. But it feels like he is dismissing the results (except for the mycoplasma at least!). I know something is messed up, my periods have always been bad/painful/heavy, was even tested for endometriosis (by laparoscopy) and was told everything looks fine inside. But ever since this year, my periods were always every 24-26 days, that I could count on. Now, it's like one of those Jack in the Boxes....you never know when it's gonna pop. Thanks Traveler for the response.

I can't help you with the results, and I feel for your situation... perhaps try a bio-identical hormone doc? there is definitely something wacky going on.

I had always done the hormone by blood as you did, drawing between day 19-22. Like you that's tough for me because I am an every 21-23 day cycle for reasons yet to be discovered.. that's along with cramps for 7-10 days before that. It sucks... I get like a week off to feel normal there.

I have also done the 48 hour urine test, which checks hormones, but also adrenals.

No one has yet found the solution to this puzzle.

I just did a 4 point saliva test with a ton of nutritional restrictions (no onion, no garlic, no cruciferous veggies, etc.) ... it is a full hormone panel, not just cortisol. I don't have results yet. But, I was encouraged that it is something new.... we shall see...

I"m so sorry, PeteZa, that you too had a hysto at an early age. Mine was removed at the age of 24 because I was prolapsing. What the medical system put me through for 2 years previous to that, while my uterus was prolapsing was criminal - but I survived it.

Well, you would need to find someone that is willing to explain those results to you - or do your own research to see what each value represents in those labs.

For instance, FSH means follicle stimulating hormone - but just what the 'normal values' are and what it relates to can differ from site to site.

So, this is why it's best to work with a good doc - if you can find one.

Most definitely there are issues that can come along with getting a hysto. It IS an option, but one I would caution you to consider carefully.

I can't speak to the efficacy of these things - I'm only just now learning more about them, but in my herbal schooling, these are three teas that you can buy the ingredients for and make ahead of time (like when you are NOT in massive pain!!) and give them a try if you wish. I would not suggest doing all three though:

Tea For Menstrual Cramps

Ingredients

1 tablespoon chamomile
1 tablespoon catnip
2 tablespoons ginger, fresh rhizome or dried root, sliced or grated
4 cups water
Cramp bark tincture, optional
Directions

Decoct the ginger in a covered pot at a low simmer for 20 minutes.
Remove from the heat and add the chamomile and catnip.
Cover the pot and steep for another 5 to 8 minutes.
Strain and add honey to taste.
Drink ½ cup every 30 to 60 minutes for pain relief.
For additional relief add 10 drops of cramp bark tincture to tea before drinking.


PMS Nervous System Support


Adapted from Rosemary Gladstar

Ingredients

1 part oatstraw
3 parts chamomile
3 parts raspberry
1 part motherwort
3 parts lemon balm
3 parts peppermint
2 parts nettle
2 parts red clover
Directions

Blend herbs together.
Combine 4-6 tablespoon of herb blend for each quart of boiling hot water..
Let steep in a covered container for 20 minutes before straining.



Oh, this one is a tincture that you can make:
Premenstrual Syndrome Formula


Adapted from Sharol Tilgner
Helpful for both emotional issues that arise before onset of menstruation as well as for cramping.

Ingredients

2 parts dong quai
2 parts dandelion root
1 part wild yam
1 part astragalus
1/2 part licorice
Vodka or brandy
Directions

Coarsely grind the herbs in a coffee or spice grinder. If this is not possible, simply skip this step.
Place the herbs in a Mason jar.
Cover with your chosen menstruum (vodka or brandy).
Place a tight-fitting lid on top and give it a shake.
Be sure to label your tincture including all the ingredients and the date you started the tincture.
Shake daily and after 4 to 6 weeks strain out the herbs.
Bottle your tincture with a proper label.
30 to 60 drops 3x per day. Can start 5 days prior to menstruation if needed