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Pregnancy Signs for Teens
If you are a teenage girl engaged in sexual activities, there is a chance you
may be pregnant. The pregnancy signs for teens do not differ much from the signs
and symptoms of pregnancy in adult women. While the following signs and symptoms
may help a teenager determine if she may be pregnant, the only way to know for
certain is to have your pregnancy diagnosed by a doctor. However, before seeing
a doctor, you may also take a pregnancy test. These tests are usually up to 99%
accurate.
If you think you may be pregnant, you may talk to one of our peer counselors by calling 570-784-3143 or 1-800-395-HELP. Our consultants are available
to answer your questions
or schedule a free pregnancy test.
Early Signs of Teen Pregnancy
There are many pregnancy signs for teens. In some cases these early signs of
teen pregnancy may occur for reasons other than pregnancy. For example, if a
teen is unusually stressed or active, she may experience one or more pregnancy
signs common in teens. Early signs and symptoms of teen pregnancy include:
- a missed period
- nausea or vomiting
- frequent urination
- tenderness and fullness of breasts
- fatigue
- changes in appetite
Although taking a pregnancy test is the most common way a woman tells she is
pregnant before seeking a medical diagnosis, these early signs are worth noting.
Things like stress or activity levels can create many of these signs, including
delaying a menstrual period or causing fatigue or changes in appetite.
Later Signs of Teen Pregnancy
As a pregnancy progresses, the signs and symptoms become more pronounced and
harder for teens to miss. Some of these pregnancy signs include:
- an enlargement of the abdomen
- weight gain or loss
- aches such as backaches or headaches
- quickening (feeling of fetal movement)
- pregnancy mask
- food cravings
Trained medical personnel can also detect additional signs and symptoms of
pregnancy with a physical exam and other procedures such as an ultrasound. These
signs and symptoms include changes in the size and shape of the uterus, changes
in the cervix, or fetal heart signs or movements.
If you or someone you know is experiencing any of these pregnancy signs, you
can get free, confidential help by calling 570-784-3413 or 1-800-395-HELP.
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