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Should i take a pregnancy test? my periods are usually very regular, but as of today i am 4 days late. i have all my periods symptoms like cramps, fatigue, etc. but no bleeding. should i take a pregnancy test today or wait?

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Dr. John Berryman answered

Late period ?'s: Stress can delay the onset of a period, b/c ovulation is delayed. Wait a week, and if symptoms persist,obtain a serum HCG test to be certain about pregnancy. See your gyn physician about low dose oral contraceptives, a more certain way to avoid pregnancy.

Answered 9/22/2020

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A member asked:

Should i take a pregnancy test? my periods are usually very regular, but as of today i am 4 days late. i have all my periods symptoms like cramps, fatigue, etc. but no bleeding. should i take a pregnancy test today or wait?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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