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Is Delayed Period And Frequent Urination Pregnancy Symptoms?
Question: My wife has mused her periods by 2-3 days and having frequent urination ( every 1.5 - 2 he's)
I have read that frequent urination is one of the earliest symptoms of pregnancy. Do you advise us to take home test for pregnancy? If no, can you please suggest how long should we wait before taking the test.
Her health is normal and periods were regular (29-30 says) and she takes Thyrox tablets since 4 yrs.
I have read that frequent urination is one of the earliest symptoms of pregnancy. Do you advise us to take home test for pregnancy? If no, can you please suggest how long should we wait before taking the test.
Her health is normal and periods were regular (29-30 says) and she takes Thyrox tablets since 4 yrs.
Brief Answer:
Beta hCG
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I read your query and I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply:
1) Missing period could be a sign of pregnancy but not frequent urination.
2) Please get serum beta hCG blood test which is earliest to give result than urine pregnancy test.
3) Urine pregnancy test can be done after another 5 days.
4) Continue thyrox tabets meanwhile and get urine also tested for infection since there is frequent urination.
Let me know if you have anymore questions.
Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
Beta hCG
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I read your query and I understand your concerns.
Following is my reply:
1) Missing period could be a sign of pregnancy but not frequent urination.
2) Please get serum beta hCG blood test which is earliest to give result than urine pregnancy test.
3) Urine pregnancy test can be done after another 5 days.
4) Continue thyrox tabets meanwhile and get urine also tested for infection since there is frequent urination.
Let me know if you have anymore questions.
Regards,
Dr. Mahesh Koregol
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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