Late Period, and 2 neg Pregnancy tests. Why?

[Diane86]

My normal cycle is 25 days. My last normal period was May 28th. I was due for my period on June 22. And I'm 5 days late. But I'm concerned because my period normally runs like clockwork. I know the day, and sometimes the exact time I will get it. I have been haveing back pain, dizzyness, and ocaional nausea. I took two pregnancy tests. Both were negative. What should I do if I still don't get my period? Could I be pregnant, and its just not showing in my urine yet?

[Still_AndiJ]

Generally, a home pregnancy test will detect HCG if you have missed your period. Maybe stress is the culprit. Can you get into your doctor and ask for a blood test?

Depending on the brand, sometimes they take longer to detect the HCG. Answer brand detects early and if you are pregnant, it will detect the levels now.

Good luck!

Andrea

[Diane86]

Thats what I took. The answer brand. I don't know what to make of it. I don't think I have been stressed out. Not more than usual anyways.

[Christie2004]

Diane,
The standard advice if you miss a period and get a negative test, is to wait one week and test again.  If it is still negative, see your doctor.  As Andrea said, if you are late, most pregnancy tests will pick it up.

Most people don't want to wait.  So if you can't wait the week, go now to your doctor and get a blood test.

Even if your periods run like clockwork, your body is not a clock and sometimes periods are just late.  Hormones, stress, or just whatever...there is not a woman alive who did not have at least one irregular cycle in her life.  

You don't say what kind of BC you are on--sometimes this can have a bearing.  If you have been on the pill for a long time, your periods can become very scanty, and you might even miss a period.

[pmom]

i would also say go to your doctor if u can't wait. maybe u should take another one in a few days try First Response that is what i use and if u r in deed pregnant it should pick it up. if it comes out negative again i would say see the doctor indefinetly.

[JNC306]

I am going for a blood test tomorrow myself. I am 2 weeks late, had almost all the signs that I was preggo, but had 3 neg hpt's. I have never been late either, but now I am thinking maybe I am not preggo. All my positive signs have gone away, except nauseousness off and on during the day. Still no sign of AF!  Anyone have any ideas?? I am also going to gyn for internal exam, but couldn't get in till July 11! I hope this blood test is a +!

[TwinkyPants]

It took more then a week after I was late to get a + pg test. I knew I was pg before I was late. When I did test + it was very very faint line.

[Diane86]

Hey, I got my period. Its very light but I still got it. Thanks for all you comments.

[tricia05]

I'm in a similar situation.  This is my first month TTC with my husband (who is an OB/GYN!!)  My AF was due on the 24th, now it's 4 days later and still no sign of it.  I've taken 3 home pregnancy tests and all were negative.  I've been having other symptoms, including increased appetite, swollen breasts, acne, and darker areolas.  My husband did an internal exam yesterday and said my cervix is softer than usual.  So -- here's the thing -- even after 3 negative HPT's (including one today, 4 days late) he is certain I'm pregnant!!  We're going to have a blood test done on Friday.  My husband is not really concerned about the hpt.  He says the BEST indicator of pregnancy is a missed period, especially if you have very regular cycles like I do.
Good luck to everyone out there!!

[JNC306]

Thanks for the pos feedback! Wish I had someone to do an internal on the spot. I will be waiting hopeful till tomorrow. Congrats to you both!

[JNC306]

Ok, so the blood results were negative too. I still don't have my period---prob. just stress, but I don't feel stressed. Anyone have any other ideas what could be going on???

[Nic 84]

Stress is a big factor in missed periods. A person can be stressed without even knowing it. I am 3 days late for my period and had a negative result yesterday, I am going to try to wait a week before I do another test but its difficult to wait over something like this!  If you want to rate your stress levels to see if your late period might be because of that, you can find sweb sites that have questions like have you changed your living arrangements and your answer will have a score and you tally it up at the end.  Good luck everyone!

[chante317]

my period was two days late.  I took 2 first responses prior to that and they were negative.  Today something similar to my period has come.  It is a light brownish color, i am lightly cramping and very nauseated.  What is going on and when should i take another pregnancy test.  or is this my period?

[ekaanne]

Hey Ladies,

I am 5 days late and have taken many preg tests, but they were all neg. I have all of the symptoms and can barely stay awake throughout the day. I am never late any thoughts??

[ZSMommy]

My period comes EVERY 32-34 days. My husband and I just started trying for our #2 this past month. I went off the pill in February and I got my period March, April, May, June like clockwork. I was supposed to get my period on Friday (July 8) which would have been day 33. As of today, July 13th negative pregnancy tests (blood and urine) and no period. My best friend who is a gyno told me that I most likely ovulated late and 1) I am pregnant and it's too early to show up 2)my period will be late b.c. I ovulated late 3) I didn't ovulate. I am so bloated, my breasts are huge and veiny (sorry to be so detailed) and I am exhausted. Anyone have thoughts on this?

[tomara]

Yes, all of this sounds so familiar. I feel like I'm going out of my mind waiting to see what's going to happen. I've been feeling like I am pregnant(sore boobs, increased appetite, frequent urination, back pain, etc), and my period is three days late already, but all the tests I've taken are negative. I just got off the pill right before my last cycle began, so I really don't even know whether I ovulated this month. On top of everything else, I have hypothyroidism, so now I'm kind of afraid that that is why my period hasn't come. I'm worried and frustrated. I wish something would happen soon.

[ethipoiangal]

hey people could someone tell me could i still be pregent even if i took the prego test and it came out negative and my periods are 3 days late is possible that i still can be preganet iam so worried that iam i cant handle waiting a week i want to know now

[rowy]

Im late 3days and have swollen boobs.  I have never been late all my life.  Could I be prenant?

[T1030_]

Is it likely that I woman can be 4 months pregnant before she realizes it?  My cycle was 25 days late for the month of April and I really do not recall having one in May, but if I did, it was 30 days from April's cycle. I went without intercourse from March 18 - the end of May with two guys. About 2 weeks ago I took an EPT a couple of times and the results were negative last week, the results were positive.  I just would like to know if it is possible that I could be 4 months based on your knowledge.

[Foxxy]

I have done half a dozen preg tests, all neg, period 3 wks late, all the usual preggy signs (I have 2 kids already).  I took the morning after pill 5 wks ago - are my hormones screwed up or has the pill failed?? Anyone know??

[buffy10873]

My last period was back in 13 April. I have done numerous pregnancy test and last week went to the doctor to have a blood test done to see if I was pregnant but the result came back negative.

[Foxxy]

For all you out there who keep getting neg home tests - hang in there - I've done loads of negs, 3 weeks late and just got a positive with a 'First Response'.

[MindyM]

Same here.  I was supposed to have my period on 7/27, have taken 3 tests, though my husband I made love when I was sure I was ovulating, have sore breasts, aversions to carrots, perfume and other weird things, tired ALL the time, achy back, abdomen, think I'm pregnant, but the 3 negs on the HPTs really have me confused.  I even looked up on the internet to see which tests will show 20-25 HCG as some only show a pos if it is 100+.  I don't know.  Of course it is Sat and the doc office is closed.  Guess I'll call Monday.  In the meantime, I will probably take another test, even though I hate the expense.  I have to admit that I was SURE that it was positive when I used this morning's urine and it was negative (again)---BOY was I disappointed and confused.  I really want to be pregnant; we've been "trying" off and on for just over a year but my husband's work calls him out of town often.  My stress level is lower now than it has been in 3 years, so that adds to my confusion.  No thyroid issues or weight problems to speak of...the waiting game is a killer!

[Nevra]

I missed a period, so I took three preg test, they were all negative, I waited, and waited, my next period arrived, but very very light, and brownish colour. I am extremely concerned that I am pregnant as this is something that I am not ready for at the moment. Is there any other reason why I have missed one period and had another very light one, but still had negative results. I spaced the pregnancy tests out, so I could not have tested to early. My appetite has increased and I have been experiencing lower stomach pains- which I first believed were perid pains. I dont think that I am stressed and my eating and exercise patterns are normal. I have dizzy spells but no vomiting or nausea. I am really really worried and need some advice other than visit a GP, as at this point I dont think it is something I can do. Please give me something! Thankyou...

[Foxxy]

I am a bit unsure how reliable home pregnancy tests are - I am now 4 weeks late - now missed 2 periods, had one faint positive test followed by 3 negatives - I haven't a clue if I am pregnant or not.  Looking at what other people have written on other sites, apparently this is not uncommon.  It is possible that the light period you have had is just a sign that your hormones are a muddle which happens but I do think you may be best to brave a visit to the GP - I am going on tuesday!

[Nevra]

Thankyou, I find it so weird how I have had a missed period, followed by a really really light, short brownish colour period and yet three negative results. I did two Clear Blue tests and one other. Wish there was a home blood test! Looks like Im off for a visit to GP!

[Foxxy]

Good luck at GP. x

[jimlo]

I am almost 2 weeks late for my period now. Pregnancy tests came back negative. I have two kids and i really believe that i am but i'm still not sure. i have a doctors appointment but that doesn't ease my mind. I have all the simptoms and never miss a period. do you think i am? I'm scared i'm not really sure i'm ready for another baby, but i'll be happy anyway.

[jimlo]

I am almost 2 weeks late for my period now. Pregnancy tests came back negative. I have two kids and i really believe that i am but i'm still not sure. i have a doctors appointment but that doesn't ease my mind. I have all the simptoms and never miss a period. do you think i am? I'm scared i'm not really sure i'm ready for another baby, but i'll be happy anyway.

[Butterfly_Baybee2005]

Hello,
My name is Holly. I am 20 years old. I am planning on going off the pill (i have been on it for 3 years now) in November. I hope to get pregnant right away so I can give the news to my in-laws and my parents as an xmas gift. Do people usually have problems conceiving the first few months they go off the pill? How does it work? I also want to lose weight before I have a baby. As it is I am not comfortable in my skin. If anyone has suggestions or would like to chat, please email me at butterfly_baybee2005***@**** I will respond to everyone!
Also, will you only conceive on certain days of the month? I can use as much information as I can

[rachj]

Hi all,

So I have the same issue, missed period and 2 neg pregnancy tests.  My periods are never regular but this feels different.  I have a lot of white discharge like stuff and am about 8 to 10 days late.  I took the 2 tests one right after the other (I passed the no pass zone so I did another to be sure).  My mother never got a positive unless she was more then 2 months pregnant or not at all.  I have sore breasts, my appetite has changed, and I'm moody as all hell.  I seriously started to cry because my husband took too long of a shower and felt he didn't want to spend time with me.  Hello crazy.  I have a little pooch stomach which seemed to come out of no where.  I have to say I'm lucky and have a naturally flat tummy so this is strange.  What's up?  I don't have health care down here so I'm hesitant to call a doctor and get a blood test (it's a pain and i have try to communicate these this in portuguese la la la).  What do you think?  Should I do another test next week?  I have been stressed but I'm always stressed and my period has adapted.  Seriously.  I do work out but nothing that should stop it (3 times a week and only like 20 min of weights).  Any tips.  I heard about wishful thinking creating syptoms (symptoms).  I believe that could be but I wasn't all that excited at first.  It wasn't wishfull.  But now, I must admit, the idea has grown on me.  Anyway, I'll be checking the forum.  Looks like we all have more questions then answers. hehehe

[rachj]

PS.  I'm also VERY tired.  I spent most of this week sleeping whenever i could

[soon to be mama of 4]

Last period was July 6, after taking 3 hpt all being negative, I finally got a positive result yesturday and I am so thrilled but my question is this.  Do I still go off the first day of my last period for the due date?  It took so long to get the positive test that I'm wondering if I might have ovulated later than I was supposed to. Should I even worry about being that exact?  I'm only puzzled because I have three other children and with them I always got a positive results right away

[catvet]

Holly,

Chances of you getting pregnant immediately and getting a positive result before Christmas are slim if you stop the pill in November.  You should be off for at least 2 months before you start trying.  I'd stop now and try in October.  

I am also having probs of my own.  My period is 3 days late and the tests have been neg.  However, I am SOOOO tired, have an odorless white discharge, my back and gluts ache and I'm having strange cramps.  What's the longest its taken anyone to get a positive test?

[rjoyfly]

I am also 10 days late, and 2 neg HPT.  Is it possible that you can get pregnant the day before you are suppose to start your period, then wait another month to find out if your are pregnant?

[IWantToBeAMom]

It is possible but not likely.

See the egg gets fertilized and then it spends a few days traveling down the tube and into the uterus.  Then it has to implant itself into the uterus, which starts the release/increase of hcg hormone.  This presence of hcg hormone is what indicates to your body NOT to have a period.  So even though you may have a fertilized egg you will still have a period and flush out the egg because it did not have time to successfully implant itelf and start hcg.

Now, if you did ovulate extremely late in your cycle and the egg only made it to your tube, then I guess you might be able to have a period and then by the time your period is finished the egg would enter your uterus and implant.  Anything is possible.  In this case, I guess you could take a hpt about 1 week after your period has ended, and it would probably show up positive.

[Suzie79]

I am having the same problem as everyone else and now I don't feel so bad.  I am 5 days late and trying to get pregnant with number 3.  I wanted to know if anyone knows if hpt works for everyone?  Are there some women who test better (or worse) than everyone else?  About four or five days before my period, I spotted a brown discharge for a morning.  I wonder if that was my period?  I, like everyone else keeps getting negitive hpt results.  I just don't know what's going on.

[deaf_interpreter]

Hey, I am 23 years old and have NEVER missed a period! I am 2 weeks late and have taken 3 HPT all neg. I went to the doctor and he took one, neg. Then I had the blood test done also neg. I am still really worried. My husband and I were not trying so I don't think I am pregnant but why haven't I started?

[Bizz]

I am now 14 days late and took a HPT this morning which came out negative.  I have all the signs of a period but no period so that is why I believe I might be pregnant....can I be pregnant but it not show on a HPT?  Unfortunately I don't know enough about ovulation etc.  Can anyone offer some advice?  I came off the pill in June and have had one period since then.  My husband and I are trying for our first baby after 10 years together.....I am very excited but very apprehensive but certainly not stressed.

[catvet]

My negative test was right.  Period 5 days late.  Oh well, next month try again.  Does anyone know if this will also delay the next time I ovulate?

[lexi'smom]

Hi everyone. I am 9 days late. I should have started on August 13, 2005. I have been TTC for 5 months now. I have one 2 year old and desperately wanting a second. I have taken numerous pregnancy tests, all negative. I recently developed a yeast infection, which I have never had in my life. I was told that sometimes a yeast infection can delay your period. So, I need to get that cleared up and then if I don't start within 3 days aferward, I should go to the doctor and have them do a blood test. I will be going in on Thursday this week to get that done. I have also read that yeast infections are common in pregnant women. So here I am all confused as to whether having a yeast infection is what is causing me not to start or whether it's because I am indeed pregnant and that's what caused me to get a yeast infection. My periods are like clockwork and never this late. Plus, I didn't start having a yeast infection until I was like already 5 days late and I am never that late. Who knows. I am so confused. I will let everybody know my outcome on Thursday. Any comments would be greatly appreciated.

[linlew]

i have some questions. i have not missed my period. but when i  had it it was so light. thats not normal. not 2 weeks after my last period i feel really tired, and i have nausea. i have taken two test and they have both been negative i think. there was maybe a light second line. i done know. should i go to the dr. and get a blood test? does anyone have any ideas?

[[e-mail]]

I am having a similar problem as well.I had the IUD birthcontrol in for about 3 months,i got it took out on june 20th and started my period on the 21st had a full period .I was supposed to start july 21st and now i am 9 days late.spotted very lite(not enough to even say i did)took about 7 prenancy test all negitive and a blood test it also negitive. i have a little gurl thats 11 months old and i didn't do this .could i be pregnant?? i get the feeling that i am going to start but it comes and goes and still don't get a period.. can someone help me !!!!

[emmsalos]

hi everyone
can you tell me, those of you who have been 5/6 days late, have you had a mettallic taste in your mouth also?

[riss864]

my last period was 8-3-09. I ran a half marathon for the first time the day before it but it still came so this whole its stress excuse i think is bs.
i am 13 days late today. i got the normal acne of a cycle but then no bleeding. at first i wasnt worried though 4 days before it was due i had a dream i was pregnant. i am almost certain i am preggo but so incredibly busy with work and school that im terrified. 3 neg preg tests. the last one being monday the first one being before it was due (so over three weeks). i have a bladder the size of a pea and have been so incredibly exhusted- which could be due to working a lot and school. i also get nausated easily but not like in the morning or anything.
the cake topper is my boyfriend and i had sex yesterday for the first time since i thought i might be preggo. and after we both finished-- i felt like someone was stabbing me in the uterus, so painful. i was about to throw up and had to lay down and go to sleep. today i have pain on the left side like stabbing and its tender. i wonder if its a cyst or a tubal that just hasnt shown up in the urine test yet. ideas?