Had Unprotected Sex. Getting Nausea, Soreness On Breast. HPT Negative. Could I Be Pregnant?
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If you have a history of 28-30 day cycles, you can expect a pregnancy test to show a result 3-7 days after a missed period. Low amount of hormone is not detected and though early detection tests are available their accuracy is doubtful. Instead, you can get a serum beta-hCG assay and this would give you a confirmatory evidence as this is more sensitive and specific.
Your symptoms may not be specific to an early pregnancy but may be seen during the premenstrual phase as well.
Ovulation occurs 14 days prior to the onset of the next cycle usually and you can track it by several means; ovulation kits, cervical mucus testing etc.
Since you have been having unprotected intercourse, the first thing you should exclude if you miss your period is pregnancy. Repeat the urine pregnancy test 3-7 days after the expected period, if you miss it. You may consult your specialist if you need further clarification.
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Shanti.V.
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You should exclude pregnancy as you have been having unprotected intercourse. You may get a home pregnancy test 3-7 days after your expected period, in case you miss it. If you want an earlier confirmation, you can get the serum beta-hCG assay done. You can also get a trans-vaginal sonogram around one week later if you miss a period. The blood test and the sonogram are confirmatory.
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Shanti.V.
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Yes, you should suspect pregnancy as you have some of the symptoms of an early pregnancy. If you miss your period, there is a definite chance that you may be pregnant. You can see a specialist for an evaluation and advice.
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Shanti.V.
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You are right. Premenstrual symptoms can vary and are so much similar to early pregnancy symptoms and this is why I suggested that you exclude pregnancy if you happen to miss your period. Nausea is felt when there is excess estrogen in the body in non-pregnant states and obviously is one of the early symptoms of pregnancy. Just wait for your period which is anyway due and everything is going to be sorted out.
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Shanti.V.