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Why Can't I See My Gestational Sac at 4 Weeks?

At around 4 to 5 weeks of pregnancy, the gestational sac may still be too small to be clearly visible on an ultrasound. It typically becomes more noticeable around 5 to 6 weeks. If it wasn’t seen during your scan, it doesn’t necessarily mean something is

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Heavy Bleeding at 4 Weeks Pregnant – Should I Be Worried?

It’s important that you see a specialist as soon as possible to assess whether there are any pregnancy-related complications, such as a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or molar pregnancy. Heavy bleeding with clots at 4 weeks can be concerning, and immediate

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Could I Be Pregnant? Signs, Symptoms & What to Do Next

You haven’t mentioned whether you’ve missed a period, but you can still take a home pregnancy test to check. If positive, a scan will be needed to confirm the pregnancy and rule out any complications related to the bleeding. If the test is negative

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Worried About Pregnancy After Precaution? Get Expert Guidance

If you took a Plan B pill (Unwanted 72) within that timeframe, it works by delaying or pushing forward ovulation. Depending on your cycle, you may have been ovulating or about to ovulate when the pill was taken. It’s normal for your period to shift after

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Planning Pregnancy with an IUD? Here’s What You Need to Know

To get pregnant, you will need to have your IUD removed. When using condoms correctly, pregnancy is unlikely in 98% of cases. It’s essential to have an open discussion with your partner about your plans for a baby. If there’s a concern about STIs, both

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Uncertain About Pregnancy or Bleeding? Get Expert Advice Now!

Based on the information you've provided, it is important for you to undergo a transvaginal ultrasound and a quantitative beta-hCG test. These tests will help assess whether you're pregnant or if there are any other underlying issues. The faint line on the

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Is There a Pregnancy Risk? Get Expert Advice from Our Doctors

While the chances of pregnancy from the situation you described are relatively low, it’s still important to be cautious. Pre-ejaculate can sometimes contain sperm, and even though your partner's penis wasn't wet by the time you rubbed against it, there is

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Worried About Pregnancy? Get Expert Advice and Reassurance

Based on the information you’ve shared, it’s very unlikely that you are pregnant, especially since you got your period on 16 December. The presence of a period, even with changes in blood flow and clotting, generally indicates that pregnancy is not a concern.

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Pregnancy Symptoms After Emergency Contraception? Get Help Now!

It's good that you took emergency contraception soon after unprotected intercourse, as it significantly reduces the risk of pregnancy. The bleeding you experienced could be a side effect of the pill, as it can cause changes to your menstrual cycle, including

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Missed Period After Breastfeeding? Expert Advice & Consultation

It is possible to get pregnant while breastfeeding, so I recommend you first take a home pregnancy test to confirm whether you are pregnant. Once you have the result, it's important to consult with a doctor in person. Deciding whether to continue the pregnancy

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