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What Are The Chances Of Pregnancy If Periods Are Delayed, Experiencing Cramps And Loose Motions?
my period was late 6 days. now that its on im experiencing painful cramps and loose stools (not often), which isnt normal for me. my cycle isnt heavy at all. i was wondering if i could be pregnant even though my cycle came?. ive also taking 3 tests early on but they were negative.
Thu, 20 Oct 2016
Hello, and I hope I can help you today.
When your period is late, the blood and tissue that normally is passed with menstruation has longer to build up within your uterus, which usualy will give you a heavier, crampier period.
Secondly, the substances that your body secretes during menstruation to make your uterus contract, called prostaglandins, also accumulate to a higher level. Prostaglandins have the side effect of making your intestines contract as well, and many women experience diarrhea during a heavy and painful period for that reason.
So there is no reason to suspect that these symptoms are due to pregnancy if your pregnancy test is negative, as they are typical for a delayed menstrual cycle.
To help reduce the cramping and diarrhea, taking an anti-inflammatory pain reliever like aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen will reduce prostaglandin release and ease these symptoms for you.
I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful.
Best wishes,
Dr. Brown
When your period is late, the blood and tissue that normally is passed with menstruation has longer to build up within your uterus, which usualy will give you a heavier, crampier period.
Secondly, the substances that your body secretes during menstruation to make your uterus contract, called prostaglandins, also accumulate to a higher level. Prostaglandins have the side effect of making your intestines contract as well, and many women experience diarrhea during a heavy and painful period for that reason.
So there is no reason to suspect that these symptoms are due to pregnancy if your pregnancy test is negative, as they are typical for a delayed menstrual cycle.
To help reduce the cramping and diarrhea, taking an anti-inflammatory pain reliever like aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen will reduce prostaglandin release and ease these symptoms for you.
I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful.
Best wishes,
Dr. Brown
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