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Period but possible positive test?

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ChispaSara · 05/03/2021 16:18

Hi everyone,

I’ve been trying to conceive for 1.5 years. Got pregnant in September but sadly had a miscarriage at 9 weeks.
When I got pregnant that time, I had what looked like a normal period, but 10 days later I found out I was pregnant.

Fast forward to now. I tested 2 days before my period was due and it came back negative. My period arrived when expected, and all was normal except that it was slightly more liquid/flowy than usual. Today it’s the end of my period (5 days) and I thought I’d do a pregnancy test just in case, and I can see a faint line.

Has anyone experienced this? Could it be an evaporation line? Or a chemical pregnancy?

Many thanks in advance :)

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ChispaSara · 13/03/2021 07:31

Hi @Pettylamby! That looks like a pregnancy to me :)

When I called the Early Pregnancy Support unit, they explained that sometimes when an egg implants it can cause a "bruise" on the lining of the womb, causing a bleed that is heavier than the usual implantation bleeding we read about.
They also said that 50% of pregnant women and people experience bleeding in early pregnancy! Why don't we know more about this and that it's more common than we think? 🤯

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Pettylamby · 13/03/2021 07:08

Hi ladies,

Just been reading this thread with interest! I got a positive FRER on Monday the day before my period was due, on Tuesday morning my 'period' started, enough for a pad throughout the day but had reduced to spotting by the next day! Did another FRER thinking id had a chemical after surgical management for a MMC in December... And the test was much darker! They have continued to be positive with clear progression!

Still struggling to believe its good news after the bleeding but taking each day as it comes!

These were my tests... Top on the day before my 'period' and the rest after the bleeding has started!

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ChispaSara · 13/03/2021 06:59

Hey @Fizzybelts :) How are you doing?

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Fizzybelts · 11/03/2021 20:33

Hey,

Thats good im so pleased for you. How are you feeling?
I havent had my bloods back yet, im really nervous. I havent tested today but all tests i have done this week have been positive. Just hasnt sunk in and is scary.

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ChispaSara · 11/03/2021 17:43

Hi @gingerglitter4ever :) it's so confusing, isn't it? Will you test again in a couple of days?

@stairgates thanks! 🥰 I'm still finding it hard to process it all, and I keep wondering if I'm going to see more blood... however, there is hope! ❤️

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stairgates · 11/03/2021 17:28

Just popped back on and would definitely say that yours was looking very positive Chispa! Great news on the Frer!! So excited for you :)

gingerglitter4ever · 10/03/2021 23:38

Hey ladies,
Can I join in?

I had a 2 day “AF” on Saturday but I’m always a 4-5 day heavy bleeder. This “AF” was a bit late, didn’t start as it usually does, and then all of the sudden after a day and a half goes to spotting... I’m having a lot of trapped gas as well and I felt like I got a stomach bug Sunday evening, I was shaky and super nauseous... anyway today I figured it had been a few days so I decided to take a test and with some major tweaking (because I had crazy line eyes) I could see a second line on my cheapie. It was not FMU and it had only been like a proper 2 days since the spotting stopped... I just don’t know what to think of this, it’s so bizarre.. I plan on testing with fmu tomorrow and see? 🤷🏼‍♀️ How are you all getting on? Congrats on your FRER @ChispaSara !! That means there’s hope yet ✨👼🏼

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ChispaSara · 10/03/2021 21:41

I've called the Early Pregnancy Support I unit. They won't do a blood test, and said that sometimes implantation bleeding can look like a period. They said not to worry and to get back in touch if I have any more bleeding or if I have pain... they also suggested doing home pregnancy tests from time to time to make sure there's still a strong positive... Fingers crossed!

@Fizzybelts let us know how you get on. Sending you lots of strength ❤️

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Fizzybelts · 10/03/2021 20:36

@ChispaSara
Thats great news, whats the next plan? Will you be calling the doctor?
Positive test again this morning with clear blue. Ive had more bloods done this afternoon so will see what happens. Im really worried about it :(

PeterPipersPepper · 10/03/2021 18:02

Oh I hope that means it’s good news for you @ChispaSara - do you think the doctor will accept you for bloods now?

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ChispaSara · 10/03/2021 17:08

Hi @Fizzybelts :) I got a definitely positive FRER this morning. How are you?

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Fizzybelts · 10/03/2021 16:21

How is everyone doing? X

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ChispaSara · 10/03/2021 15:23

@BabyBee93 I'm so sorry :( it is cruel indeed! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you for next month ❤️

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BabyBee93 · 09/03/2021 20:06

FRER was neg this morning

I think I'm going to stop using the OneStep tests, I've read a fair few reviews now which have said that they're quite notorious for false positives. So so cruel

Fizzybelts · 09/03/2021 19:50

Yes mine was about 3 days which is similar to normal. Fingers crossed for you tomorrow.

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ChispaSara · 09/03/2021 19:27

@Fizzybelts mine lasted about 4 days, and wasn't particularly different from a normal period, other than maybe being more "flowy" than usual...

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ChispaSara · 09/03/2021 19:25

Hi @PeterPipersPepper. I'm sorry to hear of your early loss, and I really appreciate you sharing your experience ❤️

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Fizzybelts · 09/03/2021 18:08

@ChispaSara

I thought you did. Its strange isnt, mine arrived on time & i dont think it felt any different to normal periods. How long did yours last? Ahhhh so you had this the last pregnancy too.

PeterPipersPepper · 09/03/2021 17:33

Hi @ChispaSara I really hope this is good news for you this month but I’m sorry to say I had this last year and it was a chemical pregnancy. I had faint lines like you on the OneStep tests for nearly a week after I had finished a bleed/period - and I was having morning sickness - but the hospital confirmed with a scan and bloods that it must have been a very early miscarriage.

I hope that’s not the case for you but I did want to share my experience as I posted a similar thread at the time as I was so convinced it must be a pregnancy if I was having positive tests.

All the best to you.

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ChispaSara · 09/03/2021 17:25

@Fizzybelts I had a period... this happened the last time I was pregnant too. Makes everything more confusing 😅

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Fizzybelts · 09/03/2021 13:45

@ChispaSara
It can indeed. I just keep telling myself im not pregnant as that way i dont get my hopes up. I used a first response & a tesco cheapy. Yes i have read that the week predictor isnt always accurate.
Scared about the repeat blood test tomorrow.
Fingers crossed for you, i completely know what you mean about fear of disappointment. I cant remember, did you miss your AF?
@cookielove
Thanks for you response. Its hard isnt it, not sure what to make to my tests being a bit fainter than yesterday.
Thats amazing news about your pregnancy. My HCG is 107 so i guess will just see what happens tomorrow.

cookielove · 09/03/2021 13:19

With my last pregnancy, i tested positive then bled for 3 days, i had quite a few mc previously but did continue to test expecting the line to fade away. But it didn't, it got stronger and stronger.

I then had a blood test which was 18, and a 2 days later 60, 2 days again and it was higher but not doubled. Had a scan and it was just a sac. A week later and there was a wee little heartbeat racing away!

So it can happen and fx it will happen for you x

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ChispaSara · 09/03/2021 13:03

@Fizzybelts it can be such an emotional rollercoaster, can't it?
I'm not sure if a lighter line means anything.. which brand was it?
As for the week predictor, I'm not sure how reliable that is. hCG levels can vary a lot from woman to woman at the same stage of gestation...

I'll do a First Response test tomorrow and see what it says. I'm afraid of being disappointed...

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Fizzybelts · 09/03/2021 11:00

@ChispaSara
Morning, i feel ok i think. Ive had no blood when wiping sincr last night so i guess thats good. I did 3 more pregnancy tests this morning, like a crazy women. Digital says 1-2 weeks which is odd! The other 2 were positive, maybe slightly lighter line than yesterday but not sure if that means anything.
Definitely still a line on yours! Have you got any other brands to try?

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ChispaSara · 09/03/2021 08:58

@BabyBee93 how confusing! Perhaps repeat a test today/tomorrow?

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