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What can cause abdominal cramps and a delayed period after protected sex?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a nineteen-year-old female, and I was wondering if it is possible to get stomach cramps during the first few weeks of pregnancy. I had intercourse a few days ago, and my periods are running late. Although there was no condom break, my vagina feels dry, and I have discomfort when peeing.

Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Education:

MBBS

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Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist who completed her MS in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Jawahar Medical Foundation's Annasaheb Chudaman Patil Memorial Medical College in the year 2022. She is a dedicated Obstetrician-Gynecologist with a solid academic background and nine years of extensive clinical experience. She specializes in infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, polycystic ovaries, birth control, emergency contraception, family planning, urinary tract infection (UTI) for women and contraception. She is committed to delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and can understand your concern.

Normally, stomach cramps do not signal pregnancy but rather are premenstrual symptoms. Period delays are usually caused by stress or a recent sickness. So I recommend that you wait a week. However, if your periods continue to be delayed after a week, I recommend that you undergo a pregnancy test or a blood test.

I hope this helps.

Thank you and take care.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 26, 2023
Reviewed At January 20, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist who completed her MS in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Jawahar Medical Foundation's Annasaheb Chudaman Patil Memorial Medical College in the year 2022. She is a dedicated Obstetrician-Gynecologist with a solid academic background and nine years of extensive clinical experience. She specializes in infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, polycystic ovaries, birth control, emergency contraception, family planning, urinary tract infection (UTI) for women and contraception. She is committed to delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.

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MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist who completed her MS in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Jawahar Medical Foundation's Annasaheb Chudaman Patil Memorial Medical College in the year 2022. She is a dedicated Obstetrician-Gynecologist with a solid academic background and nine years of extensive clinical experience. She specializes in infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, polycystic ovaries, birth control, emergency contraception, family planning, urinary tract infection (UTI) for women and contraception. She is committed to delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.

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