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Can a cough/sore throat give a false negative htp? my period is about 5 days late but i've had a really bad cought/sore throat for 2 days

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: I am not aware of any cough related illness or medications that would affect your fertility nor any tests thereof.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 1/22/2015

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A member asked:

Can a cough/sore throat give a false negative htp? my period is about 5 days late but i've had a really bad cought/sore throat for 2 days

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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