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Delayed period for 8 days

2025-07-25 08:31:46
Hello, I am a married women and this month I didn't get my period it delayed for 8 days. I have tested pregnancy test on 5th day after missed period it shown as negative. I have thyroid problem. Mostly I used to get my period every month regularly except for may month it delayed by 5 days. Is there a chance I can be pregnant or not? Or because of any other reasons period might be delayed? Please confirm do I need to wait for few more days tomorrow I am going for thyroid blood test. Thanks
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Answered2025-07-28 08:27:37

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Pregnancy test can be false positive or negative .So it is advisable to get a sr.beta Hcg test done to rule out pregnancy . Thyroid fluctuations can impact menstrual cycle alone with few other hormones .
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Get following tests done . Sr.beta Hcg Ultra TSH/freet3/freet4 Sr.prolactin CBC Sr.vit D Sr.vit B 13

Answered2025-07-28 02:44:10

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Get BetaHCG test to confirm. There are many other reasons for delayed period. Consult please.

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