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Q: Using an IUD...could I be pregnant?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on September 3rd, 2006

have mirena coil over 3 yrs. last period on 11th August have had"morning sickness" over last 10days, tired, metal taste in mouth, off food, can't tolerate food smells etc, always feeling I've to go to loo, husband can't feel "strings" of iud and says vagina feels different, weight gain and tightness above pelvic bone and very sensitive breasts with nipples quite dark. Could I be showing signs of early pregnancy?

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on September 11th, 2006

Early Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Answer A1465

If your cycle lasts around 28 days, then it is too early (at 23 days after your last period) to confirm a pregnancy or to conclude that you aren't pregnant. All those symptoms you’ve mentioned are strongly subjective and could indicate anything. Missing a period is the first serious sign of early pregnancy, although it is not always sure. You can take a home pregnancy test if your period is more than 5 days late.

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