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My fianc& i had sex 6 days b4 my period. it's lighter than usual, i have had lots of cramping, and yesterday it just stopped.could this mean im preg?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Do a pregnancy test: If negative, repeat it in 7 days to be sure. Use consistent contraception if you want to avoid pregnancy.

Answered 6/26/2016

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