Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried about it affecting my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. Can an early pregnancy test detect pregnancy if my period is delayed by a few days?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if your menstrual cycle is regular, you can use a pregnancy test strip to check if you are pregnant one week after your period is delayed. For women with irregular menstrual cycles, it's not so straightforward. It may take longer or shorter time depending on various factors, as ovulation periods are also affected by many factors like menstrual cycles. For testing, it's best to use morning urine, and a weak positive or positive result indicates pregnancy.