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What Causes Light Menstrual Bleeding And Light Headedness?

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Question : So my period was a day late, and Ito way lighter then normal, typically I pass clots ect.... this time very light bleeding. Took a pregnancy test just to see and it came out negative. I've been taking prenatal pills just as a multi vitamin for the last three weeks or so. Should I be concerned and make an apt with my doc or just wait it out and see. Symptoms I've been having r light headed and warm when I'm typically cold breast r tender which is unusual for me
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Answered by Dr. Jacqueline Brown (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
If your pregnancy test is negative, you are not pregnant

Detailed Answer:
Hello, and I hope I can help you today.

Pregnancy symptoms vary widely between women, and many of the same symptoms we commonly associate with pregnancy are similar to symptoms from hormone imbalances that cause irregular periods. Bloating, breast tenderness, feeling hot or cold, and spotting are all common.

The most reliable sign of pregnancy is missing a period, completely. If you did have some bleeding, and your pregnancy test is negative, then you most likely are having an irregular period.

Women can have irregular cycles just from the stress of trying to conceive, so I suggest you do not need to see a doctor right now, just try to relax wait another month and keep trying to conceive, and if you miss your period completely, repeat a pregnancy test.

I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful. If you need anything further, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Best wishes getting pregnant,

Dr.
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What Causes Light Menstrual Bleeding And Light Headedness?

Brief Answer: If your pregnancy test is negative, you are not pregnant Detailed Answer: Hello, and I hope I can help you today. Pregnancy symptoms vary widely between women, and many of the same symptoms we commonly associate with pregnancy are similar to symptoms from hormone imbalances that cause irregular periods. Bloating, breast tenderness, feeling hot or cold, and spotting are all common. The most reliable sign of pregnancy is missing a period, completely. If you did have some bleeding, and your pregnancy test is negative, then you most likely are having an irregular period. Women can have irregular cycles just from the stress of trying to conceive, so I suggest you do not need to see a doctor right now, just try to relax wait another month and keep trying to conceive, and if you miss your period completely, repeat a pregnancy test. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful. If you need anything further, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best wishes getting pregnant, Dr.