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  • 29/01/2025

I've been recovering from COVID-19 for about 20 days now, and I've noticed some lingering symptoms like a low-grade fever for the past couple of days, body aches, and a stuffy nose. I'm concerned about these minor issues and I'm wondering what kind of medication or steps I should take to feel better. Any advice?

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Late Menstrual Cycle and False Positive Pregnancy Test

Possible Causes

  1. Hormonal fluctuations: Changes in hormone levels can cause a false positive result.
  2. Late ovulation: Delayed ovulation can lead to a false positive pregnancy test.
  3. Menstrual cycle irregularities: Irregular periods can cause confusion and false positive results.

Suggestions

  1. Wait and retest: Wait for your period to start or until after a missed period, then retest.
  2. Use a sensitive test: Choose a sensitive pregnancy test that can detect lower levels of hCG.

Answered 04/07/2025

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