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Feeling Sleepy, Dizziness. Pregnancy Test Negative. Low Potassium Levels. Is That The Reason?

I m 19. I ve been feeling extra sleepy lately and I have occasional dizziness . I have had sex with my boyfriend, I am on the pill (lo loestrin ) and we always use condoms . We haven t had sex in about a month. I took a pregnancy test about a week ago and it was negative. Took another one today--negative. My mom keeps blaming my feeling bad on being pregnant. Is it possible at all? I have a history of low potassium and it made me feel similar. I m getting a blood test soon. I got my iron checked and it came back very good. Other symptoms: Leg pain Sleepiness during the day Easy fatigue
Sun, 31 Mar 2013
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Hello, I would be happy to help you with your question.

A pregnancy test will turn positive about 2-3 weeks after conception, so if you have not had sex for 4 weeks, then you are not pregnant with two negative tests. Second, low potassium is a potentially life-threatening problem, so if this has been a problem before and you are now symptomatic, then this needs to be checked immediately. You should also inquire about having your thyroid checked.

I hope that this helps and good luck!
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Feeling Sleepy, Dizziness. Pregnancy Test Negative. Low Potassium Levels. Is That The Reason?

Hello, I would be happy to help you with your question. A pregnancy test will turn positive about 2-3 weeks after conception, so if you have not had sex for 4 weeks, then you are not pregnant with two negative tests. Second, low potassium is a potentially life-threatening problem, so if this has been a problem before and you are now symptomatic, then this needs to be checked immediately. You should also inquire about having your thyroid checked. I hope that this helps and good luck!