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For a
woman having a regular monthly cycle, the earliest and most reliable sign
of pregnancy is a missed period, or sometimes women who are pregnant have
a very light period, losing only a little blood. Other signs are:
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Feeling sick, not necessarily in the morning, but at any time.
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The breasts may become larger and tender. Veins may become prominent
and nipples may darken and stand out.
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Increased frequency in passing urine.
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Tendency for constipation.
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Tiredness.
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An increased vaginal discharge without any associated complaint.
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A metallic taste in the mouth.
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Dislike for certain things like tea or coffee or fatty foods.
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Increased liking for certain things like spicy foods.
Pregnancy test can be carried out on urine samples, as early
as from
the first day of a missed period-that is, about fourteen days after the
conception.
A positive test result is almost definitive of pregnancy.
If the test is negative, it is less reliable. It can be repeated after a
week, or a doctor can be consulted.
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