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I only had very light spotting and not a full period this month. i took a test but it was negative. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Timing of test: Home pregnancy test should be done 4-5 days after a missed period, using first morning urine and following the instructions carefully.

Answered 3/7/2013

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A member asked:

I only had very light spotting and not a full period this month. i took a test but it was negative. should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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