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Q: Menstrual cycle length and pregnancy
asked by: DoctorQuestion on July 5th, 2009
today is the last day that my period should come, does this mean i am pregnant if i do not come on today?? usually i come on earlier than the four weeks it just seems really odd!


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Dr. Goce Aleksovski , MD
replied on July 6th, 2009
Am I Pregnant Answer A6908


The data you provided (last day when you should have your period started) is not enough to tell whether you are pregnant or not. Many women experience changes in the length of the menstrual cycle. Different women even completely miss one period. This is most frequently caused by female sex hormone fluctuations.


You should not worry immediately. You might want to wait for a few more days for the start of your period. Please note that sexual intercourse fourteen days prior to the start of the next expected period is needed for conception.


If you miss your period and have it late again the next month, then you might want to visit your gynecologist for physical examinations, hormonal laboratory tests, and an ultrasound scan for possible pregnancy.




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dreaababy
replied on July 11th, 2009
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I had sex about 3 weeks ago, when I was ovulating. A few days ago I started spotting and I never spot. Then I got my period but very light which is also not how my regular period is. I had it for about 3-4 days and I usually have it for like 7. I have been nautious a lot, no throwing up, I've also been eating A LOT. I don't think I'm pregnant but my boyfriend does. What do you guys think?
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swat1985
replied on July 12th, 2009
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i am 11 weeks pregnant and would like to know if fighting with husband and mental stress affect my baby anyway...what precaution i should take or should i consult my doctor?
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cosgurl
replied on July 15th, 2009
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help
my period has been acting up for 3months now and im getting sick all the time.my back hurts and my breast have grown up from 36-38c.i havent took a pregnancy test cuz i dont wanna waste the money if theirs no possibilty or bn pregnant.is there a chance i could be.i dont always wear condom,actually i hardy ever do(but im starting to)what should i do?
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