There is nothing to worry about. In fact, stressing out will actually cause a delay in the start of your period. When you visit your family physician, a blood test can be done. The blood test is more accurate than a urine test.
Levels of hcG can be detected in blood about 11 days following conception, and in urine about 12 to 14 days following conception.
Linea nigra is is the dark line that develops across your belly during pregnancy. It is possible that the line may have previously been there, however because it was so light in color in went unnoticed. Prior to line prior to pregnancy is light or pale line is called the linea alba . It runs from your navel to the pubic bone. It darkens during pregnancy. Although it can show earlier, this pregnancy line typically shows up around the 5th month of pregnancy.
The specific cause of the linea nigra is unknown, but it is believe to be related to the changing hormones or the imbalance of hormones as a result of your developing baby. One theory is that melanocyte-stimulating hormone created by the placenta is the main contributing factor. This hormone is also believe to cause the darkening around the nipples.
Please keep us updated once you have had your doctor's appointment.
Maryann
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Hello aaautumnnn,
There is nothing to worry about. In fact, stressing out will actually cause a delay in the start of your period. When you visit your family physician, a blood test can be done. The blood test is more accurate than a urine test.
Levels of hcG can be detected in blood about 11 days following conception, and in urine about 12 to 14 days following conception.
Linea nigra is is the dark line that develops across your belly during pregnancy. It is possible that the line may have previously been there, however because it was so light in color in went unnoticed. Prior to line prior to pregnancy is light or pale line is called the linea alba . It runs from your navel to the pubic bone. It darkens during pregnancy. Although it can show earlier, this pregnancy line typically shows up around the 5th month of pregnancy.
The specific cause of the linea nigra is unknown, but it is believe to be related to the changing hormones or the imbalance of hormones as a result of your developing baby. One theory is that melanocyte-stimulating hormone created by the placenta is the main contributing factor. This hormone is also believe to cause the darkening around the nipples.
Please keep us updated once you have had your doctor's appointment.
November 18, 2015 - 9:26amMaryann
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