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Could Spotting Be A Sign Of Pregnancy?
Im a lactating mother of a kid 9 months old my first period was on the end of the 6th month of lactation. I didnt get my periods after the last time (19th dec) I had spotting for about 4 days the first week of february I suspected pregnancy and took tests (even two days back) and were negative Could I be pregnant?
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Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Spotting and irregular bleeding are common in breastfeeding due to the hormonal changes caused by breastfeeding.
If the urine pregnancy test is negative, then the pregnancy is completely ruled out.
There is absolutely no reason to worry.
I will suggest you to use effective contraception to prevent such dilemma in future.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Spotting and irregular bleeding are common in breastfeeding due to the hormonal changes caused by breastfeeding.
If the urine pregnancy test is negative, then the pregnancy is completely ruled out.
There is absolutely no reason to worry.
I will suggest you to use effective contraception to prevent such dilemma in future.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
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