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The most common sign of pregnancy is a missed period. If your menstrual cycle is usually regular and you have had sexual intercourse without using contraception, you should suspect pregnancy if your period is delayed by 10 days. If your menstrual cycle is irregular, you should also look for other signs.Women of childbearing age, who usually have a regular menstrual cycle, should consider pregnancy if they experience a missed period. After a missed period, symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue,, chills, loss of appetite, varying degrees of nausea, food cravings, a preference for sour foods, or aversion to greasy and strong odors may occur. Some people's appetite and preferences may change—sometimes wanting one thing, then another, suddenly losing interest in foods they usually enjoy, or even developing a craving for things they previously disliked. Severe cases may also include vomiting, accompanied by breast tenderness, darkening and tingling of the nipples and areolas, and frequent urination. These symptoms generally indicate pregnancy.