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What Causes Stoppage In Periods?

Hi,I just want to know,I've missed my period and currently are not using any contraseptives.I'm nauesous and my breasts are tender,and I get these cramps as if I want to start with my period,but nothing,I did a dettol test and it looked like sour milk at first and then it seperated and made a oil base and the rest was like thick white,I don't know if it does work and how a positive looks like,can I be pregnant.My last period was 30 January 2014.
Thu, 3 Mar 2016
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Hello, and I hope I can help you today.

If you have been having unprotected sex and not using contraception and your period is late, there is a possibility you could be pregnant.

The Dettol test is not a very accurate method of checking for pregnancy. Furthermore, pregnancy symptoms vary widely between women, and some of the same symptoms (like bloating and breast tenderness) can be caused by PMS as well as pregnancy.

So the most accurate way to determine if you are pregnant is to do a urine pregnancy test, which can be purchased at a pharmacy or chemist without a doctor's prescription. The over-the-counter pregnancy test is as accurate as one in the doctor's office, and looks specifically for the presence of the pregnancy hormone in your urine.

Many women can miss a period from weight changes, traveling or change in your daily schedule, and stress, among other hormonal factors. Even worrying about being pregnant can sometimes make you skip a cycle.

So in summary, the interpretation of the Dettol test can be quite variable, so i recommend proceeding with a urine pregnancy test to confirm your diagnosis.

I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful.

Best wishes,

Dr. Brown
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What Causes Stoppage In Periods?

Hello, and I hope I can help you today. If you have been having unprotected sex and not using contraception and your period is late, there is a possibility you could be pregnant. The Dettol test is not a very accurate method of checking for pregnancy. Furthermore, pregnancy symptoms vary widely between women, and some of the same symptoms (like bloating and breast tenderness) can be caused by PMS as well as pregnancy. So the most accurate way to determine if you are pregnant is to do a urine pregnancy test, which can be purchased at a pharmacy or chemist without a doctor s prescription. The over-the-counter pregnancy test is as accurate as one in the doctor s office, and looks specifically for the presence of the pregnancy hormone in your urine. Many women can miss a period from weight changes, traveling or change in your daily schedule, and stress, among other hormonal factors. Even worrying about being pregnant can sometimes make you skip a cycle. So in summary, the interpretation of the Dettol test can be quite variable, so i recommend proceeding with a urine pregnancy test to confirm your diagnosis. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful. Best wishes, Dr. Brown