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I just wanted to know ..when can one use a Pregnancy test. I mean after how many days after you have detected your ovulation you can test for pregnancy.

And also I just read that about 25% of pregnancy result in miscarriage and some women think that they had their period and do not come to know they had concieved ..is this true Archie...if yes what are the reasons for such a high number and what can one do to aviod that.
Please answer my questions as i think my ovulation days are very near.

thanks

SK archie replied. Dear SK,
I usually don't feel happy when people start getting too much concerned on aspects those are really not important. Also I don't feel necessary to worry ahead of time(s).

Having said that,
you can test the day or next day you missed your period. I don't recommend to follow testinge before missing period that can certain drive you crazy and you will come with concerns those are not in our hands to sort, not trying to upset you.

is it true that many miscarriages take place before knowing pregnancy?
yes they do. Many reasons and medically speaking better they lost before knowing as those had no future. Majority of them are going to result in miscarriage in first trimester and I think it's lot better before you know at least that emotional torture won't be there!

Think positive and don't think ahead of time this is important not only while ttc but throughout the term.

good luck
Archie Priya replied. When i did my test i did it on the day i missed my period although it is better to wait for a week or so,
Do not worry about miscarriage. After missibg you periods then you should think of ways to sustain the pregnancy by not lifting heavy otems and trying to relax at intervals btwn work.
Priya