Patient's question:
I have had my period delayed for 7 days so far. Last month it was the 13th, but I took a pregnancy test twice and both were negative. It has been very cold these days, and I have had abdominal pain, especially at night when I sleep even without pressure. Due to my busy schedule, I haven't had time to go to the hospital. I'm afraid my condition might be serious, so I'm seeking advice from everyone here first. Also, what are the symptoms of ectopic pregnancy? Could I be experiencing it? Thank you for your guidance!Doctor's answer:
Hello, using a pregnancy test kit properly, if the result is negative, it means you are not pregnant. Generally, pregnancy can be detected around 5 weeks, and the accuracy rate of pregnancy test kits is over 90%. Testing with morning urine is more accurate. If self-testing shows no pregnancy, it could be due to hormonal imbalance causing delayed menstruation. Stress, mood, diet, and other factors can lead to hormonal imbalance, resulting in delayed menstruation.Recommendation: You can wait a few days first. If your period still hasn’t arrived, consider getting an endocrine test to check which hormone is abnormal. Additionally, 10 days after intercourse, you can have a blood HCG test at the hospital, which is the most accurate method for pregnancy detection. Avoid eating raw, cold, or spicy foods.