How much does it cost?

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Registered: 02-18-2004
How much does it cost?
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Wed, 10-25-2006 - 5:07pm
Ok. So, I think the first day of my LMP was the 18th of September. That makes today day 38 and still no AF. I have taken 2 test already (one a week ago the other 2 weeks ago) and both were negative. I plan to test one more time. I have had a few of the symptoms, but most are every now and then and may just be in my head. The only two that are consistant now are swollen BB (they seem really big to me, but they aren't even as sore as bad PMS) and a LOT of discharge. I have looked online, and the discharge sounds like normal pregnancy discharge (color ok, no itching, etc.) Anyway. This isn't planned, so I am a bit nervous. If the next test comes out negative and still no AF I may pull my hair out! So, I was wondering when should I give up the home tests and go to the doctor. And how much does that cost? I really don't want to go to a cheap, crappy doctor and would prefer a woman doctor..... but don't have any insurance. If it costs too much I would rather wait for a positive home test first..... because I would hate to go and get AF the very next day! Any thoughts or advice?
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Registered: 03-27-2005
Wed, 10-25-2006 - 9:08pm
Do you have any clinics like planned parenthood or some other place like that?? They usually can do exams/tests for free or at least based on your income. I know I get my bc from a women's health clinic for $8 a month and they do pregnancy tests for free for anyone who walks in the door that thinks they may be pregnant.




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Fri, 10-27-2006 - 8:21am
Yeah.... I think there may be a free clinic in a town near here. What do they do to perform the free test? Is it just a PT or do they examine you? I know it sounds funny, but I am very uncomfortable at this point to be examined by a male (I know I may have to accept that at a later time, like during labor...but I am just not ready to do that yet). And does a free clinic have good quality staff? I don't mean to sound like a snob (I am really not in like this normally), but I can't help but be concerned when it is my body and possibly my baby. You know? Any advice?
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Registered: 03-27-2005
Fri, 10-27-2006 - 8:50pm

I know the clinic i go to has two female dr's and i go there for my yearly exams and everything. They are very knowledable and certified in OB/GYN. They have everything a normal dr's office would have they have a lab an ultrasound machine and everything. The only difference is that the clinics are funded by the government so they can cut prices.

As far as I know the clinic i go to just does a pregnancy test no exam unless you choose to get an exam.





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Last chance for one last dance
Cuz with you I'd withstand all of hell to hold your hand
I'd give it all, I'd give for us
Give anything but I won't give up
I love you,I have loved you all along
I miss you, been far away for far too long
I keep dreaming you'll be with me and you'll never go
Stop breathing if I don't see you anymore


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