Pregnant with light period?

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Registered: 08-04-2003
Pregnant with light period?
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Mon, 08-04-2003 - 1:16am
Hello everyone,

Here is my dilemma: I have a question about my period. I just had an extremely light period, which is very unusual for me. The first day I didn't even need protection. The second and third day I only had to use a panty liner (Normally regular pad or tampon) and the fourth day I didn't have to use anything. I didn't have my normal cramps but rather a continuous light pain/discomfort on my right side near my ovary, I think. I don't have any pg symptoms in regards to tender breast, nausea or anything like that but I have been extremely sensitive (especially with DH) and I cry for nothing. I have been reading a stock investment book (not at all something to get excited about) and without any reason tears run out of my eyes. Not to mention while watching TV. I am on the pill and I missed one in the last 28 day cycle but doubled the doses the next day as recommended so that should not be a problem. Could I still be pregnant, should I take a HPT?

Thanks a lot for your help.

riri :)

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Registered: 07-23-2003
Mon, 08-04-2003 - 2:10am
It certainly wouldn't hurt to go ahead and take an hpt. But since you're on bcp and only missed the one, the chances sound slim. When I was on the pill, I would sometimes have a very light period, and sometimes none at all, due to the pill. If it concerns you, I'd recommend talking to your health-care provider.

Good luck.

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Registered: 08-04-2003
Mon, 08-04-2003 - 11:00am
It just intrigued me because it is the first time I have such a light period in the 6 years that I have been on the pill but I am feeling more like myself this morning. I will mention this to my doctor in my next visit (1 month). Thanks for your reply I really appreciate it.