HomeAnswersObstetrics and GynecologypregnancyWhat is the possibility of pregnancy when the HPT shows negative after a day I missed period?

I took pregnancy test as soon as I missed period and it turned negative. Why?

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Dr. Vinodhini J.

Published At May 8, 2020
Reviewed AtDecember 26, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have missed my period for this month. Last month my date was 29th and my cycle is usually 28 to 30 days. I am married and I had tried for pregnancy during my ovulation days. Now, as soon as I missed my period I took the pregnancy test but it came out negative. I am having severe back pain, abdominal pain, leg pain, and constipation. Two days before there was some vaginal discharge of brownish color but there was no bleeding. I am not on any medications. I tried for pregnancy test today also but again it came out negative. Can you please tell me if it is or not pregnancy and why all these things are happening to me?

Hi,

Welcome to iclinq.com.

It is unlikely to be a pregnancy as the card is negative. However, if you do not get your regular cycles even after one more week. Do check serum beta HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) blood test to rule out pregnancy, as some times false negatives can happen with urine tests. Such changes in the cycle pattern that you had mentioned can occur with hormonal imbalance, stress, weight gain, changes in diet and exercise pattern, anemia, hypothyroidism, etc.

The Probable causes

Hormonal.

Investigations to be done

Serum beta HCG (if the normal cycle does not revert in a week).

Probable diagnosis

Hormonal.

Treatment plan

Reassurance, if the cycle pattern continues to be irregular in subsequent cycles, then you need to take TVS (transvaginal scan).

Preventive measures

Lifestyle modification.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Vidya A Ramasamy
Dr. Vidya A Ramasamy

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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