I Took 3 Home Pregnancy Tests And All Came Negative. Is The Accurate Or Should I Go Ahead And Take A Blood Test Also?

Posted on Thu, 25 Jun 2020

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Question : My partner and I were involved in foreplay 4 months ago. I have had my periods every month after that. But my last cycle was shorter than usual. So I took 3 home pregnancy tests and all came negative. Is the accurate or should I go ahead and take a blood test also?

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
No need for further testing you are not pregnant.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
Having three consecutive pregnancy tests negative means that you are not pregnant .
The periods were shorter but they were regular.
There is no need to proceed with further testing you are not pregnant.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (26 minutes later)

Hi. Thanks for answering me question. It has given me lot of peace!

Also, is there any reason why my cycles could have become shorter?

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (26 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Stress can be a reason for period irregularities.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and thank you for asking again.

There is no certain reason why your cycles are becoming shorter. It can be related to stress or hormonal issues.

I don't think you should worry about it.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee