Patient's question:
I got my period at the end of September. We had sex on October 18th and 22nd. Now, it's November 4th and I haven't had my period yet. Yesterday, I went to the hospital for a blood test to check for early pregnancy. The result was less than 10. Am I pregnant?Doctor's answer:
Menstruation is affected by many factors, and being one week early or late is considered normal. It is recommended to take a pregnancy test after a 7-day delay in the menstrual cycle, or visit the hospital for an ultrasound examination. Alternatively, you can go to the hospital 10 days after intercourse for a blood HCG test to determine if you are pregnant. This is currently the earliest and most accurate method of examination. First, rule out pregnancy before considering menstrual irregularities.