Possible Pregnancy Symptoms: Nipple Sensitivity, Fatigue & Appetite Changes

Question
yes i noticed a week ago that my nipples were very so to the touch. my appetite has kinda picked up. i also been very tired. im do to start my period in a week. so is it possible that i could be pregnant?

Answer
Dear Jenn,

If you had unprotected sex during the last cycle, then you cannot dismiss the possibility of pregnancy.

The symptoms you describe are hormonal in nature and can also be related to hormone fluctuations within your cycle. That is why it so difficult to "diagnose" a pregnancy based on symptoms alone.

You will need to test for pregnancy to know for sure. Although some tests claim accuracy on the first day of a missed period, I usually suggest that women wait until the week after a missed or spotty period before testing for pregnancy. This tends to minimize the incidence of false negative results and also avoids wasting money on a test for a simple delay of a period by a few days. When/if you test make sure to use 1st morning urine to get a concentrated sample for the most accurate results.

I hope this has helped you and answered your question. I wish you well.

Brenda