Is Delay In Menstrual Bleeding A Sign Of Pregnancy?

Posted on Thu, 4 Feb 2016

Question: I took a pregnancy test on the 29th December the due date of my period it was positive, went to doctor had hcg levels taken, they were at 2 not pregnant. My period is now at 12 days late, my breasts are very sore. I'm never late. I have other symptoms too. What is wrong with me

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Repeat the urine pregnancy test

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Delayed periods can be due to pregnancy, hormonal disturbances like hypothyroidism, hyperprolactemia or polycystic ovarian disease.
Sometimes, the ovulation is delayed, hence the urine pregnancy test comes a bit delayed.
I will suggest you to repeat the urine pregnancy test.
If still negative, then you should get your hormonal c profile and ultrasound done to confirm the cause and get appropriate treatment.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Please do get back for further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
Maternal and fetal medicine specialist

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