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I've read many stories on the internet of women saying they had negative pregnancy tests throughout their whole pregnancy. is that an internet myth?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

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Possible: It can indeed be possible that women can test negative for a pregnancy test, but actually be pregnant. This is called a "false negative" test.

Answered 7/13/2017

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A member asked:

I've read many stories on the internet of women saying they had negative pregnancy tests throughout their whole pregnancy. is that an internet myth?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

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