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Reg. period 8/19, brown spotting 9/6-9/8,period due 9/16 now 3 days late i took a pt and neg. but im having all symptoms..next step?

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Dr. Donald Collins answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Wait: Wait a week and do another pregnancy test, it often takes 1-2 wk after missed period for home Preg test to turn pos. if you can't wait, see your doctor or go to a clinic or urgent care for a blood pregnancy test, these turn pos sooner. Good luck!

Answered 3/22/2020

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Repeat the test: 4 days later. If it is negative again you missed your period.

Answered 9/21/2014

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