Negative Pregnancy Test
Negative Pregnancy Test
You have just taken a pregnancy test and the results are negative. You may feel relief for the moment, but then you realize that you still don’t have an answer to why you haven’t started your period. Here are a few possibilities recognized by the medical community:
- STRESS
Stress can affect our body in many harmful ways. Stress can cause hormonal changes that cause your periods to stop. If you have been under a lot of pressure lately, your body may be letting you know. Talk with someone who will listen to you and can help you to find the support you need.
- BIRTH CONTROLL PILLS
Birth control pills are artificial hormones that cause your body to think it is pregnant. This can cause your periods to be lighter or stop altogether. You need to contact your physician if you suspect this might be the cause.
- LOW PREGNANCY HORMONE
A pregnancy test measures HCG hormones present in your urine. These hormones are present with a pregnancy, but it takes a few weeks for the hormone level to rise to the level they can be detected with a urine test.
- EXTREME DIETING, ANEXORIA AND BULIMIA
These very dangerous practices can affect your body in many negative ways. Your period may stop to conserve body fluids, because of an abnormal change in your hormones, or it may even stop ovulating as a defense mechanism to prevent a pregnancy that it would have difficulty supporting.
- BREAST FEEDING
It is common for your periods to not occur while breastfeeding.
If at your appointment you receive a negative pregnancy test result, we will re-schedule you for another pregnancy test in two weeks and follow up with you during that time to check and see if you have started your period.
Make an Appointment
If you think that you may be pregnant, schedule an appointment for a pregnancy test at ABC Women's Health & Ultrasound Center. Here, you'll receive answers to your questions and access to reliable information to help you make a well-informed choice. If you are pregnant, you may be eligible for an ultrasound. All of our services are free and confidential.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Do I need an appointment?
Answer: It is recommended that you make an appointment to minimize wait time.
Question: What is the cost?
Answer: All our services are free and confidential.
Question: How long after sex does it take for a pregnancy test to work?
Answer: Our tests can be performed 7 to 10 days after conception. A patient with a negative result may be invited to return within 2 weeks for a repeat test if she has not had her period.
Question: How accurate is the pregnancy test?
Answer: Our medical grade pregnancy tests have a 99% accuracy rate.
Question: Will you tell anyone about my visit?
Answer: We maintain a rigorous privacy and confidentiality policy. Our clients' information is safeguarded against unauthorized disclosure, respecting their right to privacy, except in instances mandated by law. This includes situations necessary for public health, preventing harm to the client or others, or in specific circumstances where the use or disclosure of information is justified without prior consent, such as in cases of abuse reporting or suicide/homicide prevention.
Question: When should I schedule an appointment?
Answer: Our high-quality, medical-grade pregnancy tests are capable of detecting pregnancy from the first day after your initial missed period. We advise scheduling an appointment if you've missed a period, have any queries related to pregnancy, or suspect that you might be pregnant.
Question: How far along do I have to be to get a free ultrasound?
Answer: After an initial consultation, we offer on-site ultrasound scans. These limited ultrasounds are conducted by a registered nurse or a registered diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS) and are subsequently reviewed by a licensed physician. The purpose of an ultrasound is to confirm the viability of the pregnancy and to establish the gestational age.
Question: I already know I'm pregnant and I want an abortion, what's next?
Answer: It is advisable to have an ultrasound to confirm the viability of your pregnancy and to ensure it is located within the uterus, as 20% to 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage. Moreover, the ultrasound helps in determining the stage of your pregnancy, which is essential in making an informed decision about the type of abortion procedure you may consider. We offer a limited ultrasound free of charge.
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