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Another "Pregnant? or just Stress-induced missed period?" question

By March 30, 2009 - 8:05pm
 
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The start of my most recent period was on Feb 26 - projected ovulation date being March 14, projected next period March 28 (via MyMonthlyCycles, where I have been keeping track of my period for 1 year). Average cycle - 30 days.

We had protected intercourse on March 3 and 24. The condom didn't break; slipped down maybe an inch but we pushed it right back up.

Now my period is 3 or 4 days late (depending if you count the 28th), with no usual signs of cramping etc that I normally get. Took two HPT's and both came out negative. Discharge looks normal, no tenderness of breasts or anything. I have had a little bit of an upset stomach but I think I may just be getting sick - I am under quite a bit of stress.

I know it's unlikely that I am pregnant, but I am paranoid since I can't afford to have a child right now. I have heard that stress really can throw off a regular period (I have been regular for 8 years now), but I have a hard time believing it since I am so paranoid... help? I don't know what's wrong with me!

Have a GYNO appt coming up in a month, but I'm the type of person who likes to know without going to the doc! It sure would be nice if my period would come!

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Anonymous

Hello,
I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend two times last month, once before I ovulated and once after I ovulated, and once this month. Each time, we had sex for a while and then put a condom on. I should be having my period today or tomorrow but I haven't had any of my usual pms symptoms such as slight cramping and sore breasts. My breasts do feel a bit fuller, though. I have been feeling dizzy now and then and a little bit nauseous but not to the point where I want to throw up. It feels more like I need to burp. I haven't been overeating but I have been eating less. It's weird because I don't have my usual pms symptoms nor do I have any unique pregnancy symptoms. The only symptoms I have right now is slight dizziness, slight nauseousness and bloating. Last week, I was under a lot of stress because I had a lot of tests so I was wondering if that could delay my period. Also, I have a yeast infection so would that also delay my period? My usual cycle is 30-32 days and I had my period on the 10th last month. I also have regular periods, but in January 2014 I had a 36 day cycle. Could I be pregnant or am I just overthinking? Thank you so much!

October 11, 2014 - 11:17pm
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Anonymous (reply to Anonymous)

Sorry, I was wanted to add that I haven't been sleeping a lot lately either because of my stressful week, incase that changes anything.

October 11, 2014 - 11:21pm
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Anonymous

Hi. I am a 20 year old and as of now my period is 5 days late (oct 5 was expected). I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend sept 28 using the withdrawal method. I had been pretty sick for about 2 weeks in the middle of my cycle with a constant cough and clogged nose. I'm finally getting better but my period still has not come. My last 2 periods were regular 30 day cycles but before those were 33, 40, and 37 days. I thought I felt cramps a few days ago like my period was about to start and but nothing as of now. Am I pregnant? Both of us are in college and neither of us are ready for a kid.

October 10, 2014 - 10:20am
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Anonymous

Hi! I usually have a 28 day cycle. But last month i got my period 10 days earlier than usual (September 10). my fiancé and i had a contact last week of September, I think it was on my fertile days and we didn't use any contraceptives. This month, I was expecting to have my period last October 8 but it didn't come. Is this because of stress or am i pregnant?

October 10, 2014 - 8:09am
Guide (reply to Anonymous)

Hello Anonymous,

Thank you for your question. There is a very good chance of pregnancy because of having unprotected intercourse on your fertile days.

You could take an early response pregnancy test now. Or wait until you are late by at least one week, and take a regular home pregnancy test.

That is the only way to know.

Regards,
Maryann

October 10, 2014 - 9:30am
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Anonymous

Hi, is it normal to have a light period if you missed your last one due to stress? My last period was the beginning of August, with no period in September, and have taken about 5 pregnancy tests since then, the last one on October 5th, and all have come back negative. The last time I had unprotected sex was early to mid-August. If I was pregnant would the test come out positive by now? I started what looks like my period yesterday, but the blood was very dark, almost black, which I've never seen before, and not very heavy. Can I contribute this to the fact I missed last month or is something else going on? Thanks!

October 7, 2014 - 12:30pm
Guide (reply to Anonymous)

Hello Anonymous,

Thank you for your question.

Yes, if you were pregnant, you would have had a positive test result by now.

The very dark vaginal discharge indicates remnants of your uterine lining left from your last period at the beginning of August.

Wait and see if your menstrual flow increases and changes in color.
If you continue to have irregular periods, consider scheduling an appointment with your gynecologist.

The menstrual cycle is regulated by a balance of hormones. Any thing that upsets this balance, like high stress levels, causes a change. You would want to get this checked out.

Regards,
Maryann

October 8, 2014 - 8:48am
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Anonymous

I had my last period around August 28(end of my period) I don't have any pregnant symptoms, I feel fine. I took a test 2 days ago and it came positive. I've been cramping, headaches, boobs hurt, etc. I didn't bother to take another test but could I just be late or should I take another test just to be sure? I'll be going to see my obgyn today. I'm 30 but just not ready for kids yet, my fiancé wants kids, but I'm just not ready, I just started a new job, and newly engaged since last mth. What should I do? I'm worried and stressed out by the test results. :(

October 1, 2014 - 3:18am
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Anonymous

Hi, my last period was on 25 of August 2014 but today is 25 dept but my period is not come and discharge only white( little quantity). I had sex my husband before 5 days then condom was break, so just I m worried..pls suggest me...i m newly married...

September 24, 2014 - 11:11pm
Guide (reply to Anonymous)

Hello Anonymous,

Thank you for your post.

Are your periods usually about one month apart? When were you expecting your period for September to start?

I suggest you take a home pregnancy test. Early response tests are very sensitive and can be take as early as five days before your expected period. Otherwise, test once you are late by at least seven days.

Regards,
Maryann

September 25, 2014 - 9:29am
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