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Should i take a pregnancy test even though my period was late, but light and shorter this time, i've been feeling nausea and bloated for 4 weeks now?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If your are unsure: About whether this was an actual period, then a pregnancy test would be a good idea.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/7/2013

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A member asked:

Should i take a pregnancy test even though my period was late, but light and shorter this time, i've been feeling nausea and bloated for 4 weeks now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

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