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My period is late but I'm scared to take a test, what should I do?

It has been almost 10 days since my last period, I was always a regular person. But just the thought of taking a test scares me a lot, what if the result is positive? Neither my family nor my close ones are ready for something like this yet. On one hand, I feel like I'm disconnecting from life, and on the other hand, I'm avoiding the test. How do you manage to stay calm in a situation like this?

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makarnaoncesi

I don't think taking a test is that scary; no matter what the outcome is, you won't have accumulated more stress. I had a time when I was 8-9 days late, and it turned out to be stress-related. Maybe yours is the same, but taking the test can make you feel better.

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biseydiycem

Now think about it this way. If you're avoiding taking the test, do you feel deep down that there's something going on? I mean, you seem quite panicked; I think you should ask yourself first: why are you so tense?

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soncaykaldi

Honestly, if I were you, I wouldn't be able to wait and would take the test right away. It's already been 10 days, I think putting it off like this just increases the stress. I've had friends who experienced the same; some of them tested negative, but their stress was unnecessary. Just relax! 😬

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fazlakurcalama

You say it's regular, but how long has it been going on like this? I mean, does it always fit the 28-day cycle or something? Because sometimes the body gets confused once, and it might not be that big of an issue.

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cokdaseyapma

I think you should take the test right away and get the result. If it's positive, your priority should be to see a gynecologist. But if it's negative and you're still experiencing a delay, it may be due to stress or another health issue. You can't know for sure without checking.

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benbisorayim

My daughter, skipping the test isn't the solution; first and foremost, you need to think about yourself. If there’s a situation, knowing early will be beneficial for you. Don't let fear take over 😅

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kahvebitmeden

Thank you for your replies. Actually, as you said, it has always been around 28-29 days. For now, it hasn't happened yet, and to be honest, I'm even more stressed. I think I won't be able to wait and I will go take a test tomorrow. I will write the result.

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icimdengecmis

When you're this stressed, does the person who caused this situation take any responsibility? Your period is delayed, there's a fear of taking the test, but where is that person? If you're the only one carrying this burden, I think there's an inequality here.

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