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A member asked:

I haven't had sex since aug.22 and i got my period on sept.03, but this month it's 8 days late, negative hpt today. i'm worried. advice?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Periods and sex: If you had sex before your period, and then did NOT have sex again after your period, you can not be pregnant. If your period does not come soon and/or you miss it a second time, then see the Dr. for an evaluation.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/11/2014

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