----- Original Message ----- From: Mel Pegg <[log in to unmask]> > I might ask for a blood test to check hormone levels etc..., ----------------------- Mel, I second Christy's opinion to make an appointment with a good gynecologist to have a complete gynecological exam. Re. your hormone levels, you may want to contact Dr. Zava for a complete saliva test (progesterone, estrogen, testosterone). Your local doc will probably not be able to get a totally reliable test for progesterone...thus the need for a saliva test. Many women on my breast cancer list, including me, are very happy with the saliva tests that Dr. Zava sends us through the mail. Your results come back to you with a comprehensive printout. Very reliable. Until you get the complete, true picture of all three hormones in your body, you can't make any informed decisions. E-mail me off list if you have further questions. Dr. Zava can be reached at: ZRT Laboratory 1815 NW 169th Pl. Suite 5050 Beaverton, Oregon 97006 phone: 503.466.2445 Or, via the internet at: http://www.salivatest.com Good luck, Kath