2006-08-20 15:53:58 · 13 answers · asked by skills 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Pregnancy symptoms differ from woman to woman and pregnancy to pregnancy; however, one of the most significant pregnancy symptoms is a delayed or missed menstrual cycle. Understanding pregnancy symptoms is important because each symptom may be related to something other than pregnancy. Some women experience pregnancy symptoms within a week of conception. For other women, symptoms may develop over a few weeks or may not be present at all. Below is a listing of some of the most common pregnancy symptoms.
Implantation Bleeding:
Implantation bleeding can be one of the earliest pregnancy symptoms. About 6-12 days after conception, the embryo implants itself into the uterine wall. Some women will experience spotting as well as some cramping.
Other Explanations: Actual menstruation, altered menstruation, changes in birth control pill, infection, or abrasion from intercourse.
Delay/Difference in Menstruation:
A delayed or missed menstruation is the most common pregnancy symptom leading a woman to test for pregnancy. When you become pregnant, your next period should be missed. Many women can bleed while they are pregnant, but typically the bleeding will be shorter or lighter than a normal period. This symptom is commonly explained by other reasons. If you have been sexually active and have missed a period, it is recommended that you take a test: Order my pregnancy test
Other Explanations: Excessive weight gain/loss, fatigue, hormonal problems, tension, stress, ceasing to take the birth control pill, or breast-feeding.
Swollen/Tender Breasts:
Swollen or tender breasts is a pregnancy symptom which may begin as early as 1-2 weeks after conception. Women may notice changes in their breasts; they may be tender to the touch, sore, or swollen.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance, birth control pills, impending menstruation (PMS) can also cause your breasts to be swollen or tender.
Fatigue/Tiredness:
Feeling fatigued or more tired is a pregnancy symptom which can also start as early as the first week after conception.
Other Explanations: Stress, exhaustion, depression, common cold or flu, or other illnesses can also leave you feeling tired or fatigued.
Nausea/Morning Sickness:
This well-known pregnancy symptom will often show up between 2-8 weeks after conception. Some women are fortunate to not deal with morning sickness at all, while others will feel nauseous throughout most of their pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Food poisoning, stress, or other stomach disorders can also cause you to feel queasy.
Backaches:
Lower backaches may be a symptom that occurs early in pregnancy; however, it is common to experience a dull backache throughout an entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Impending menstruation, stress, other back problems, and physical or mental strains.
Headaches:
The sudden rise of hormones in your body can cause you to have headaches early in pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Dehydration, caffeine withdrawal, impending menstruation, eye strain, or other ailments can be the source of frequent or chronic headaches.
Frequent Urination:
Around 6-8 weeks after conception, you may find yourself making a few extra trips to the bathroom.
Other Explanations: Urinary tract infection, diabetes, increasing liquid intake, or taking excessive diuretics.
Darkening of Areolas:
If you are pregnant, the skin around your nipples may get darker.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance unrelated to pregnancy or may be a leftover effect from a previous pregnancy.
Food Cravings:
While you may not have a strong desire to eat pickles and ice cream, many women will feel cravings for certain foods when they are pregnant. This can last throughout your entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Poor diet, lack of a certain nutrient, stress, depression, or impending menstruation.
Your Next Steps:
Experiencing these symptoms? Order my pregnancy test.
Unplanned pregnancy? Call 1-800-672-2296.
Pregnant? Trying to get pregnant? Order prenatal Vitamins.
Trying to conceive? Order Fertility Products.
Uninsured? Receive free info from the Maternity Card discount program.
If you think you are pregnant you may purchase a home pregnancy test such as those made by Clearblue Easy, or find out more about taking a pregnancy test.
2006-08-20 16:02:20 · answer #1 · answered by prettyinanything 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some sure signs are breast so sore that you can't even touch them, lay on them, etc. Is there a discharge? Sure sign no. 2. MIssed period? no. 3. You could be, just get the EPT test it's no-fail.
2006-08-20 16:00:23 · answer #2 · answered by *Larry P. he's for me* 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my wife usually has me run to the store for a test under such circumstances. According to her, it could just be your period. There are tests that will tell you only 10 days after conception. There are no false positives.
2006-08-20 16:00:43 · answer #3 · answered by John H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That could be a symptom of ovulation or an impending period. Did you have unprotected sex ten to fourteen days after the start of your last period? If so, you may be pregnant.
2006-08-20 16:00:07 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have been having unprotected sex... then get an HPT... and stop asking us!!! We can't tell you everything that is going on with you. Hell... for all we know you could be starting your period (those ARE also symptoms of PMS)!! Go get a damn test...
2006-08-20 16:05:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I assume you had sex before asking that question :o), So yes these could be a sign of pregnacy. Take a test.
2006-08-20 16:00:30 · answer #6 · answered by sabina-2004@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you think I'm holding a crystal ball? Take a pg test.
2006-08-20 16:02:53 · answer #7 · answered by elizabeth32132 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a test to make sure.. there is nothing wrong with buying one..
Take care
2006-08-20 16:15:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds likely, but it can also be impending aunt flow.
2006-08-20 16:03:27 · answer #9 · answered by sunshine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like a possibility!
2006-08-20 16:01:09 · answer #10 · answered by mickeymousears 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋