Patient's question:
It arrived on the 22nd. Normally, it should also arrive on the 22nd of this month, but it's already the 26th and it hasn't come yet. My breasts have been a bit larger since the 24th, and now they're a bit sensitive and sore. My lower abdomen also occasionally aches. Is this a symptom of the period coming or pregnancy? If it's pregnancy, how long does it take for breast tenderness and soreness to appear?What kind of help do I need: My period was on the 22nd last month. Normally, it should also arrive on the 22nd of this month, but it's already the 26th and it hasn't come yet. My breasts have been a bit larger since the 24th, and now they're a bit sensitive and sore. My lower abdomen also occasionally aches. Is this a symptom of the period coming or pregnancy? If it's pregnancy, how long does it take for breast tenderness and soreness to appear?
Doctor's answer:
I have read your description of your condition. That's right. If you usually experience breast tenderness before your period, there is no need to worry. If your menstrual cycle has always been regular, it may be possible that you are pregnant. I suggest you take a self-test first to check for pregnancy. The HCG level is relatively low in the early stages of implantation, and fresh morning urine is more accurate. If several tests show no pregnancy, it may be considered irregular menstruation.