Could I still be pregnant if my period is 12 days late (on day 53 of my cycle) and I have had two negative home pregnancy tests, especially since my last period was also delayed and required a course of Meprate to start? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Could I still be pregnant if my period is 12 days late (on day 53 of my cycle) and I have had two negative home pregnancy tests, especially since my last period was also delayed and required a course of Meprate to start?

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Could I still be pregnant if my period is 12 days late (on day 53 of my cycle) and I have had two negative home pregnancy tests, especially since my last period was also delayed and required a course of Meprate to start?

Asked by Female, 19 · 21 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

Pharm D

21 days ago

It is very unlikely that you are pregnant. Home pregnancy tests are highly accurate when taken 12 days after a missed period, and having two negative results is very reassuring. Since your last cycle also required Meprate (medroxyprogesterone) to start, it is much more likely that this delay is due to an ongoing hormonal imbalance or irregular ovulation rather than pregnancy. Please try not to worry. I highly recommend reaching out to your doctor or gynecologist. They can help evaluate your menstrual cycle, ease your mind, and discuss the best steps to safely regulate your period again.

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