Patient's question:
Menstruation delayed by four days. Can a pregnancy test be used?Doctor's answer:
Hello, early or delayed menstruation by one week is a normal phenomenon. However, if menstruation is delayed, it may also be due to factors such as anxiety, gynecological inflammation, or endocrine disorders. If you have had sexual activity, it is important to consider the possibility of pregnancy. Generally, a pregnancy test can be detected after a menstrual cycle is delayed by 7 days or after 10 to 14 days of intercourse using early pregnancy test strips. When using a pregnancy test, it is best to use morning urine for more accurate results. If two red lines appear on the test paper, it indicates a positive result, meaning you are pregnant.