I'm a bit worried because I missed my period. Can I use a home test like Prega News to see if I'm pregnant, or should I do a urine or blood test at the lab?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

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3+ Yrs

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Concerns about your daughter's weight and development are understandable.

At 14 months, most children start walking and weigh around 9-10 kg.

Consider the following:

Consult a pediatrician for personalized advice.

Ensure proper nutrition: Increase calorie intake with nutrient-rich foods.

Vitamin and mineral supplements may be necessary.

Pediatrician may recommend:

Weight gain supplements like Pediasure or Ensure.

Vitamin D and calcium supplements for bone development.

Please consult a pediatrician for a thorough evaluation and guidance.

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

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before and after 7 days is normal

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I'm kind of worried because my wife's pregnancy test at home came back positive, and when we got a urine HCG test done at the lab, it was positive too. The thing is, she's about 5 weeks along, but the ultrasound didn't show a gestational sac. Does this mean she's actually pregnant, or should we be concerned?

Repeat the scan at 7 weeks of gestation and observe,follow your Obstetricians advice.

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