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When Should Pregnancy Test Be Taken If Having Pregnancy Symptoms?

Hi , Im wondering if you could help me answer my question , i had unprotected sex 1 week ago and twice 1 day ago , i am wondering how long can i wait to take a pregnancy test and iv been getting symthoms like sore breast , bleeding of the gums and cramps like if i was getting my periods can you please help me .thank you
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi there, I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.

1 ) First of all do not panic.

2 ) Missing periods is the very first and important sign of pregnancy.
Rest of the symptoms are indicative of pregnancy but can't be considered as signs of pregnancy.

3 ) I will suggest you that if you miss your periods then please get morning's first sample of urine tested for pregnancy.
In case of doubt blood beta HCG test and USG will be of help.

4 ) I will suggest you to get proper sex counselling done. Use of barrier method like Condom will prevent unwanted pregnancy and STDs.

I hope this answer helps you.
Thanks.
Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar.
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When Should Pregnancy Test Be Taken If Having Pregnancy Symptoms?

Hi there, I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. 1 ) First of all do not panic. 2 ) Missing periods is the very first and important sign of pregnancy. Rest of the symptoms are indicative of pregnancy but can t be considered as signs of pregnancy. 3 ) I will suggest you that if you miss your periods then please get morning s first sample of urine tested for pregnancy. In case of doubt blood beta HCG test and USG will be of help. 4 ) I will suggest you to get proper sex counselling done. Use of barrier method like Condom will prevent unwanted pregnancy and STDs. I hope this answer helps you. Thanks. Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar.