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Can The Usage Of Tamoxifen Cause A Negative Pregnancy Test Result?
Well, I m wondering if being on Tamoxifen can result in a false negative pregnancy test result? Been on Tamoxifen for almost 8 mo. and while my periods stopped during chemo, I feel that I may have ovulated and I may be pregnant. Test came back negative.
Wed, 4 Nov 2015
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Pregnancy tests detect HCG , the levels of this hormone continue to rise as a pregnancy progresses.
It is not likely that the tamoxifen is causing the negative result but if you wish to be sure, you can repeat the test in a few days or have a blood test done.
The tamoxifen and the stress of illness is the likely cause of the period delay.
I hope this helps
Pregnancy tests detect HCG , the levels of this hormone continue to rise as a pregnancy progresses.
It is not likely that the tamoxifen is causing the negative result but if you wish to be sure, you can repeat the test in a few days or have a blood test done.
The tamoxifen and the stress of illness is the likely cause of the period delay.
I hope this helps
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