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Published on: 3/17/2025

Could a Period Be 7 Days Late Without Pregnancy Symptoms and Still Indicate Pregnancy?

Yes, it is possible for a period to be 7 days late without other pregnancy symptoms and still be a sign of early pregnancy.

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Explanation

When your period is late by about a week, it might be because of early pregnancy even if you do not have any other symptoms. In early pregnancy, some women do not notice any symptoms commonly associated with early pregnancy like nausea or breast tenderness. Each person may have a different experience of pregnancy. Pregnancy tests may also show a negative result if taken too early, even though you are pregnant. In pregnancy, as time passes, hormone levels rise, and symptoms may develop. It is important to remember that there are other reasons for a missed period, such as stress or issues with hormone balance. If you suspect that you might be pregnant, you might wait a few more days and take another test or talk with a healthcare provider.

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  • Sayle AE, Wilcox AJ, Weinberg CR, Baird DD. A prospective study of the onset of symptoms of pregnancy. J Clin Epidemiol. 2002 Jul;55(7):676-80. doi: 10.1016/s0895-4356(02)00402-x. PMID: 12160915.

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