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Is Delay In Menstrual Bleeding A Sign Of Pregnancy?

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Posted on Wed, 17 Feb 2016
Question: I got my periods last on 3/12 2015 which lasted for 4 days. I had unprotected sex thrice atleast with my partner. I have till now not got my periods. I took home pregnancy test ans it has come negative. What do I do
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (38 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Pregnancy not likely.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
If the home pregnancy test is negative then pregnancy is ruled out. The delay in periods can be due to a mild hormonal imbalance or stress or anxiety or change in dietary habits. If you have got 3-4 small clots already then you are likely to have your periods in next few days. It is best to wait for a week more and in case the periods still do not start then do consult a gynecologist for proper hormonal treatment.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
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Is Delay In Menstrual Bleeding A Sign Of Pregnancy?

Brief Answer: Pregnancy not likely. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for trusting us with your health concern. If the home pregnancy test is negative then pregnancy is ruled out. The delay in periods can be due to a mild hormonal imbalance or stress or anxiety or change in dietary habits. If you have got 3-4 small clots already then you are likely to have your periods in next few days. It is best to wait for a week more and in case the periods still do not start then do consult a gynecologist for proper hormonal treatment. Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have. Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr. Rakhi Tayal. For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal