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What Is The Difference Between PMS Symptoms And Signs Of Early Pregnancy?

Posted on Fri, 22 Apr 2016

Question: What is the difference between PMS symptoms and signs of early pregnancy?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Similar symptoms

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
PMS has symptoms which are quite similar to the symptoms of early pregnancy like breast engorgement and tenderness, pain and heaviness in lower abdomen, and mood swings.
However nausea and vomiting, dizziness are the symptoms of early pregnancy which are not present in PMS.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (25 minutes later)

I am 40 and have been trying to conceive for the first time. It has been 6 months. My doctor told me that the quality of my eggs are great, that of a 28 year old. We have Done 3 sonograms to monitor the follicle. My doctor now suggests I have a HSG. I have been through alot this year as far as my health is concerned, and I do not want to go Through any other invasive tests if they are not absolutely necessary. Mt doctor said he has no reason to believe my tubes are blocked, but recommends it anyway. Is am HSG necessary and are there any similar less invasive options?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (16 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
HSG to check tubal patency

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
HSG is done to assess the patency of the fallopian tubes.
Fallopian tube patency should be checked if one fails to conceive spontaneously in 6 months at your age.
I will suggest you to get the HSG done as it is must for deciding further management.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Deepti Verma (1 hour later)

Is there an alternative test that is less invasive?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Sonosalpingography

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
Sonosalpingography is the less invasive procedure to check tubal patency.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar