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Hi doc :) i had sex 5 days before my expected period, but i missed my period for 5 days on the 6th days i had my period. i had my period only for 3 days and it is in light-medium flow only. is it possible that i could be pregnant? thank you

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Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Yes: It is possible that you are pregnant. The only way to know for sure is to check a pregnancy test. They are most reliable either 3 weeks after sex or one week after missed period. Take the test in the first morning urine.

Answered 8/19/2015

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A member asked:

Hi doc :) i had sex 5 days before my expected period, but i missed my period for 5 days on the 6th days i had my period. i had my period only for 3 days and it is in light-medium flow only. is it possible that i could be pregnant? thank you

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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