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A 22-year-old female asked:
48 days after sex missed a period this cycle, got a period 4 weeks ago but was lighter then normal. no sex since before light period, could be pregnant? also extremely stressed this cycle but on birth control pills for 5-6 years
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Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 48 years experience
Do a test: If you are 48 days out from sex it would certainly be time for a pregnancy to begin showing positive on a urine pregnancy test. These can be found OTC at many dollar stores. Some women skip a cycle occasionally even if they are regular most of the time.
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