Should I go get a pregnancy test or is it still too early?

23-year-old womana year ago
I am 5 days late for my period, which is not the norm for me
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23-year-old woman · a year ago
I am 5 days late which is not normal for me. I am sexually active.
Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
Good morning, ma'am,
It is recommended that you take a pregnancy test on the first day of your expected period.
Are you taking birth control?
23-year-old woman · a year ago
Yes, I use condoms
Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
Thanks for the feedback. In this case, you can take a pregnancy test from the first expected day of menstruation, which seems to be the case for you.
A delay can occur without indicating any problems, for example following an episode of illness (or vaccination), stress, fatigue, change of schedule or even without any detectable reason. I suggest that you take a pregnancy test first to rule out the possibility of pregnancy.
If your pregnancy test is negative, it is suggested that you take another test every 3 days until you are pregnant:
  • A positive result is obtained, or
  • The occurrence of your menstrual period.
If your cycle is twice as long as it used to be and your tests remain negative, you should see a doctor.
Sincerely,
Tom Samaha, pharmacist

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