Patient's question:
My period ended around December 3rd this month. The past two days, I've noticed some pain when pressing on my chest, similar to the days before my period, but not as noticeable. It's only December 17th now. Could a doctor please tell me if I might be pregnant? My boyfriend says he always uses external protection, so pregnancy shouldn't be possible. But I'm still a bit worried. If I were pregnant, could a test strip detect it now?Doctor's answer:
Hello, if you want to check your urine with a pregnancy test strip or a pregnancy test stick to determine if you are pregnant, you generally need to do the test 15 days after sexual intercourse.The earliest way to check for pregnancy is to have blood drawn to test for HCG 10 days or more after sexual intercourse. Observing the arrival of your menstrual period is another method; if you are pregnant, the first sign is usually a missed period.
Gynecological examinations not only affect women's health but can also lead to gynecological diseases. Therefore, it is best to visit a hospital's gynecology department for a vaginal examination. After identifying the cause, symptomatic treatment should be administered. Additionally, pay close attention to personal hygiene and keep the vulvar area clean.