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I'm 18 days past ob i'm 3 days late with my period i have slight cramps and back ache can i take a test or is it to early?

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Dr. Betsy Greenleaf answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: You can do a test. If it is negative, repeat in 1-2 weeks

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/26/2016

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