Maybe it was a gut feeling that caused you to look deeper into the possibility that you are pregnant, or you may be experiencing odd symptoms and wonder if they point to pregnancy.
Whatever the case, it’s vital to know that pregnancy can look and feel different for every woman. Although, there is a consistent group of bodily responses to hormonal changes that manifest with pregnancy. The following symptoms are worth your awareness:
- Missed period
- Morning sickness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Smell sensitivity
- Frequent urination
- Sore breasts
If you are experiencing these symptoms, it would be wise to take a pregnancy test. AscentCare offers pregnancy testing and ultrasounds at no cost. Schedule your appointment today!
What Is The Most Common Pregnancy Symptom?
The most common symptom in early pregnancy is a missed period. The purpose of a period in a woman’s menstrual cycle is to shed the thickened uterine lining when your body recognizes that there is no fertilized egg preparing to implant in the uterus.
If your body determines there is a fertilized egg present, it forgoes its monthly flow in order to provide a sustainable environment for life. This is why a missed period typically triggers a woman to take an at-home pregnancy test.
It is important to note that a missed or delayed period can also be due to other hormonal changes such as stress, hormonal imbalances, and some medications.
Early Symptoms in Pregnancy
There are symptoms other than a missed period that can present early in pregnancy, even before your missed period.
- Morning sickness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Smell sensitivity
- Frequent urination
- Sore breasts
- Implantation pain
- Implantation is when the fertilized egg attaches itself to the uterine lining. For some women, this can be recognized as pain or cramping near the start of their period. Light spotting can also occur and is often mistaken for a period. It is important to notify your doctor of any concerns you have with pain or bleeding.
How Early Can I Take a Pregnancy Test?
Even if you have taken an at-home pregnancy test, mistakes are possible, and it is best to confirm your pregnancy with our no-cost lab-quality pregnancy tests. Our medical staff will provide a 99% accurate lab-quality pregnancy test that detects the pregnancy hormone known as hCG.
A false negative can result from taking an at-home pregnancy test too early, not allowing enough hCG to accumulate in your body. A lab-quality test can detect pregnancy as early as a week after conception; however, you are more likely to decide to come in for a test a few days after a missed period.
If a pregnancy is confirmed, we offer no-cost limited ultrasounds to provide further information about your pregnancy to help guide your decision and care.
At AscentCare, we strive to provide you with reliable services and discuss all of your pregnancy options with you. We want to walk this journey with you! Contact us today to set up your appointment!