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| Wed, 09-20-2006 - 5:36pm |
Hello everyone:
I have a question... Is it possible to take 4 Home pregnancy tests over a months time, have them come out negative, and still be pregnant?
My last period was 7/21/06. Normal length, flow, and right on time! I haven't had a period since! I have been off the pill since March so I know its not because of that. My partner and I used condoms and nothing broke (to my knowledge) so what's the deal? I can count on my period to the second, so this has got me very confused. If I was pregnant shouldn't I have tested positive by now? Yesterday I should have started my cycle and nothing as of yet. I have many pg symptoms including: -breast soreness (they feel like glass), which never happens even when I get my period. -FREQUENT urination (at least 3 times in an hour). -bloated and gassy. -heartburn. -nipple changes. -a bad case of acne which cleared up on its own (for the most part) in about two weeks. -and a feeling of pressure and stretching in my abdomen. I don't have insurance, so any help you guys can offer would be appreciated.
I am always on schedule, but with these negative test results I'm starting to think its all in my head. I am freaking out as to what is going on...PLEASE ADVISE.

Thank you so much for your response! I truly feel I am pregnant but everyone I talk to about my symptoms is like " oh it's just stress" and "maybe you're just off this month" but I know my body like clockwork and I am NEVER late. The only other time I was late was the last time I got pregnant (in 2003), but I miscarried at 6 weeks. That time though when I took a home pregnancy test it came up positive immediately. I guess I am just confused as to why at nearly 9 weeks since my last period I would not be showing positive on a HPT yet. Anyway I am going to go to the ER tomorrow and have a blood test done to see what happens. If I am not pregnant then something is definately wrong.
Thanks again for your input.
PS. What made you finally take a blood test to find out when you were pregnant? 3 months is a long time to show negative... Did the doctor ever tell you what why it didn't show up positive?
I have been reading some of the posts in this section and I am wondering: To the ladies that have taken 4 and 5 HPT's and getting a negative result, only to find out at month 4 (or as late as month 7!) that they are indeed pregnant, has the doctor ever said why those initial tests came out negative?
This is what has got me going crazy! I mean if a HPT test is supposed to be over 99% accurate, why are so many people getting false negatives (so often) and so late into their pregnancy (I mean 8, 9 weeks?)?
Any ideas?
hi,
i am pretty much in the same boat as you. AF was scheduled to be here in July and nothing. even on this day of sept 24th still no sign of AF. I have taken two hpt's and both were negative. i am scheduled for a blood test on 10/16. my breasts have been sore beyond belief, i can't sleep at night, very emotional, and major cramping going on. a few days ago my cramps were so bad that i would've bet my life that AF would be here. my husband and i have been trying for 1yr and a half and there was only one other time that i was late and it was about 2 weeks, but never this late before. i am with you...if i am why is it not showing up on the hpt's. i refuse to take another one (can't handle the negative result). i will just wait until i go to the dr's. keep me posted. i want to know what happens, and i will let you know as well.
Rameika
Well, I am glad I am not the only one going through this stress. After a couple of negative tests, you kinda get down on yourself whether you were planning for a baby or not. Once you wrap your head around the idea, it can be kinda disappointing if the results don't come out as you want.
I went to take a blood test yesterday and should have the results tomorrow. I will keep you posted.
PS. according to the nurse taking my blood, this situation is not uncommon... Go Figure!