Did you know that the symptoms for premenstrual syndrome or PMS and pregnancy are almost the same? Like many women, you might have mistaken the PMS symptoms for pregnancy signs, especially when conception is not planned. This has caused many to wait anxiously for up to a fortnight to find out whether or not conception took place because of the similarity in the symptoms for PMS or pregnancy. For this reason it is important to understand the difference between the symptoms. First and foremost, it can be extremely difficult for you to stay patient for two weeks, which is between
PMS or pregnancy – Difference Between PMS and Pregnancy Symptoms
I was supposed to see my menses on the 7th of this november but I did not. Then I thought to my self that I am pregnant not until 11th I started menstruating I don’t get it any longer I was suppossed to be pregnant but still confused
Hi there Nancy! If you got your periods then you are not pregnant. Regards
Hello, my period was due on the 28th Oct and I haven’t seen it to date. I’ve been more tired than usual at work, lower back pain, cramping in lower abdomen and right leg. I’ve also been having frequent heartburn. Oh I’ve done 2 tests which both said negative. What’s wrong with me?
Hi there Ale! You might have taken the test too early. Take a test again after few days. Regards
Hi,
since reading all the other posts, i thought i would post.
My last period was 10/10/16 lasted 2 /3 days which is normal for me, however it was fairly light this time round.
I am now 4 days late and have had flushes of nausea, tiredness, sore boobs, bloated stomach and a weird cramping/gassy type feeling in my stomach.
2days ago i had severe diarrhea (sorry tmi) and have not stopped having the feel to urinate all the time. Im tired even after i wake up and im feeling more hungry than usual
I havent taken a test yet, as other times i have been late its always negative.
Any chances i could be pregnant?
Hi there Jay! You are having all the symptoms of pregnancy. But you should wait for your periods for few more days. If they don’t come then take a pregnancy test. Regards
Hi, my husband and I are trying to conceive but I’ve had a mirena for 4 years and it was taken out on 18th Oct. I don’t know when to expect my period but I have very tender breasts, I urinate quite frequently (this has been the case since removal of the mirena) and i have an uncomfortable bloated feeling in my lower abdomen. I also feel excessively tired, no matter how much I sleep I can only make it through about 5hours of the day and then I become non-functional I’m so drained out. If my calculations are correct I should only get my period between 10-16 Nov, should I wait or test?
Hi there Amy! You should wait for your periods to come. Regards
Hi, I had sex without a condom (pre-ejaculation only MIGHT have taken place but he deffinately didn’t come inside me) during my ovulation days (approx. 7th-10th Oct), and got what I hope was my period on the 17th October (my period is typically irregular by a few days). Now for the past few days I’ve been experiencing pain down where my uterus is but maybe thats because of ovulation this month. I’ve been feeling nauseous and felt like puking yesterday and i feel bloated down below my stomach. I haven’t experienced any other pregnancy symptoms (i dont feel tired, dont feel the need to urinate frequently etc.) Is there a chance that I could still be pregnant?
Hi Julia! You might be pregnant right now! Take a test after one week. Regards
Hi, I have been taking a low estrogen dose birth control (Lolo) for 7 months now. Recently my breasts have become very swollen and sore, so sore I had to take ibuprofen before going for a run. Since going on this birth control I have not had a period, however, every few months I take a pregnancy test to make sure I am not pregnant, and as of last month I was still not pregnant. I am trying to cut out black tea (I don’t drink coffee) to see if this helps. Any other possibilities?
Hi there Kara! The condition you are experiencing might be a side effect of the birth control you are taking. Regards
hi I’m 19 and ive never been pregnant before but my boy friend happened to ask me about my period to day and it had totally slipped my mind. My period is in regular but over the last year I’ve noticed it still always start the same week I’m not cramping which is weird I remember last week I felt as if I were cramping I don’t mean to be blunt but I’ve had constipation, ive been nauseous, having weird dreams, emotional then normal I’ve also been having leg cramps or my legs and lower back are sore out of no where and I found my self falling asleep work witch I never do and when I’m sleep at home I’m find my self struggling to get up or taking naps through out my day could I be pregnant or am I just over thinking
Hi there Lex! Calculate your ovulation days here.. If you had sex during those days then you might be pregnant now. Regards
hello I get leg pain every month a few days before my cycle. I also have tendar and heavy breast every month but not this month only the leg pain. I took a test 10 days after I ovulated is it a possibility that I am pregnant even though I have my usual leg pain?
Hi there Marhug! Is your period due? or you just took a test earlier? You should wait for your period date to come. If you really think that you are pregnant then you should take a test after 14th day of missed period. Regards
Hello, I’m getting all the symptoms of pregnancy. My belly is swollen up and I have tender breasts. Ive been getting pains in my lower back and i am finding it rather hard to take a #2. My partner did not however ejaculate. only rubbed. But could I be pregnant or is it false pregnancy! Or maybe even PMS? I am very stressed at the moment so could it be the stress causing constipation?
Hi there Nav! Yes, it might a false pregnancy but there may be possibility that you might be pregnant. You should a pregnancy test anyways. Regards
I am experiencing an intense headache on the day when my period is due. Could i be pregnant?
Hi Haley! Headaches are the causes of stress and tension. Try to relax, mediate, exercise, eat green vegetables and fruits to relieve pain. Take a pain killer such as Ibuprofen to relieve headaches. Hope this helps!
I am due for my period today or any time soon, really. I have all my usual pre-period symptoms, but also some small bumps on my areola. They might come every month, but I haven’t noticed before. I researched, and apparently they are a sign of pregnancy. I don’t think this could be possible since I haven’t had sex at all this month lol. I’m still a little nervous though. Is this a common PMS symptom?
Hi Michelle, It is normal to have small bumps on the flat, brown part of your breast called the areola. Furthermore, having a bump on breasts doesn’t confirm that you are pregnant or not. Take a test if you feel the symptoms of pregnancy. Regards 🙂
I have been having cramps on my left lower abdomen, back ache since 3DPO and now i’m 9DPO and it still continues. I urinated oftenly, serious back aches and today the cramps continues, then i just started having painful nipples. I’m Confused because i’m expecting my period 05 days. Could it be PMS that started since 3DPO? Can Menstrual cramps start so early? I had sex during my fertile period. Or could it be pregn?
Hi, you should take a test on the 14th day of your missed period to know whether you are actually pregnant or not. Regards
I’m 6 dpo & almost 3 weeks since my lmp, I’ve never really gotten pms symptoms. But My boyfriend & I have had a lot of unprotected sex within the days around ovulation, before & after. I had slight cramping for a day much like menstrual cramps but no blood, along with back aches. My boobs are a bit tender when I squeeze gently & my nipples are slightly more sensitive. I’ve had diarrhea for a few days, headaches off & on, I’m bloated first thing in the morning before I eat anything & ive been ridiculously emotionally sensitive. I’ve never been pregnant before but I also don’t know if I’m just convincing myself I’m pregnant. I can’t get a pregnancy test for a few weeks because of a unique situation so I’m not really sure what to do & im seeking advice & opinions
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my periods are going to late. its 13 days late now .. i do pregnancy test but it negative. but back pain and stomach pains are on peak…pain in my leg also…now tell me what can i do? should i pregnant or not?
Hi Afifa Amjad! Thanks for your comment!
You should test on or after the 14th day of your missed period. In this way you will always get accurate results. Regards
I have bin pregnant for 8wks now just started seeing bleeding in my 9th wk with slight menstrual cramps that lasts for few seconds. Is my baby safe or I have lost it
Hi Eve, you should immediately visit a doctor now and get yourself checked. Regards
I m currently 10dpo and having left leg ache which I usually get before my period. Can it also be a sign of pregnancy? I also noticed a pinching sensation in my abdomen at 9dpo.