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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

I had protected sex (condom with spermicide) with my boyfriend on November 14th. I missed my period which was due on November 19th and on November 22nd, I started to bleed very lightly which seemed similar to implantation bleeding. The bleeding has been consistent and it is now December 5th. Am I pregnant? I was going to buy home pregnancy tests as soon as the bleeding stopped, but it has been almost two weeks and the bleeding still hasn't stopped. Help!

December 5, 2014 - 8:52pm
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Anonymous (reply to Anonymous)

I also forgot to include that I experienced slight discomfort on the left side of my lower abdomen and that's about it. I have not experienced any pregnancy symptoms, but I'm still very worried that I am pregnant.

December 5, 2014 - 9:02pm
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AnonymousHi! Ive been stressing about this pregnancy thing for almost a week now. My last menstruation was November1 and I usually have 29days in my cycle. I made love with my boyfriend on November27 (which I believed was my infertile day). We just did some rubbing of genitals but no penetration. And he ejaculated somewhere far from my genital before he rubbed his penis on my vagina. I was paranoid after that. He told me to calm down because we are both sure that I was safe at that time. But today, december6, my period hasnt arrived. I was almost a week late and ive been stressed about it. I got needle pain on my left pelvic, back pain and tender breast but today I only felt slight needle pain. Is there a chance that I could be pregnant? And also, I havent got enough sleep in this whole month of November because of night shifts and pm shifts in the hospital duty. Am pregnant or just stress is playing a trick on my menstrual cycle? Please help. Thank you!

December 5, 2014 - 8:49pm
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Anonymous

Hi! Ive been stressing about this pregnancy thing for almost a week now. My last menstruation was November1 and I usually have 29days in my cycle. I made love with my boyfriend on November27 (which I believed was my infertile day). We just did some rubbing of genitals but no penetration. And he ejaculated somewhere far from my genital before he rubbed his penis on my vagina. I was paranoid after that. He told me to calm down because we are both sure that I was safe at that time. But today, december6, my period hasnt arrived. I was almost a week late and ive been stressed about it. Is there a chance that I could be pregnant? And also, I havent got enough sleep in this whole month of November because of night shifts and pm shifts in the hospital duty. Am pregnant or just stress is playing a trick on my menstrual cycle? Please help. Thank you!

December 5, 2014 - 8:26pm
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Anonymous

My last period was October 23rd it lasted for seven days. My next period was supposed to be November 24th and I haven't had a period. While me and my boyfriend were having sex last Friday he told me he saw blood so we immediately stoped! So I'm thinking it's my period. But it never picked up my periods are usually heavy and its just been spotting and a little blood nothing heavy at all. Not enough to fill a pad or tampon. And it's been doing this since Friday and it's Wednesday it's been five days. I'm not sure what to do. ANY HELP?!

December 3, 2014 - 1:31pm
Guide (reply to Anonymous)

Hello Anonymous,

Thank you for your question.

Since your period is late by more than seven days, and you are sexually active, it is possible that you are pregnant. The spotting might be implantation bleeding.

It's important to keep in mind that implantation bleeding is different for everyone, and you may bleed for more than two days and still be pregnant.

However, spotting for more than a couple of days may signify a problem, such as ectopic pregnancy.

If you experience spotting that increases or doesn't change, your period may also be on its way.

Start by taking a early response pregnancy test.

It's always best to check with your doctor if you suspect you are pregnant and you continue to experience spotting or bleeding.

Regards,
Maryann

December 4, 2014 - 11:33am
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Anonymous

Hi I also need help my last period was November second me in my boyfriend are actually trying to conceive a baby so we did have sex numerous times this month including ovulation days my. Next expected period was November 30th today is December 3 2014 with makes me for days late I tested a negative on the 1st any help? Wish us luck please

December 3, 2014 - 11:18am
Guide (reply to Anonymous)

Hello Anonymous,

Test again in three days using an early response pregnancy test. Be sure to check the expiration date and test using the first urine of the day.

Good Luck!
Maryann

December 4, 2014 - 11:23am
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Anonymous

Today is the 6th day I missed my period. Yesterday (5th day of no period) I used Clear Blue pregnancy test (not the digital one). It came out as a very clear negative. Why is my period still late if it shows negative? Did I take the test too early?
To be honest, I have been worried of unwanted pregnancy ever since the day I missed my period (6 days ago). Up until yesterday when I saw the negative I had some peace of mind. Can this affect my late period? Or am i really pregnant?

November 29, 2014 - 3:26am
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Anonymous

I am now 6 days late and the last time I had sex was in the beginning of the month during my "fertile" days but I did use a condom. I'm very regulars with my cycle usually being 27/28 days. I am stressed with school but nothing crazy, I usually am pretty stressed. Should I wait another day and if nothing try a pregnancy test?

November 26, 2014 - 1:10am
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