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8 day period dec 10-18, 4 day spotting jan 12-16. positive hpt jan 16/17. negative hpt jan 23. no bleeding. any idea what could be going on? :-(

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Dr. Kevin Brown answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Early miscarriage: If you truly had a positive home pregnancy test followed by a negative home pregnancy test, you probably had a very early miscarriage. Most miscarriages occur before the patient is even aware that they are pregnant. You should speak to an obgyn to discuss your concerns.

Answered 1/23/2013

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