Delayed period followed by light brown to pink spotting, severe back pain.  Pregnancy test negative.  Possible pregnancy?
Patient: Today is 5 days late with my period.  I took a test and it said negative, which was in the afternoon.  Shortly after, I began to spot.  It is light brown to sometimes light pink.  I am having excruciating back pain for the past 5 days also.  My period is like clockwork so I'm wondering if I could possibly be pregnant?.... Doctor: Hello, I would be happy to help you with your question.  It is always possible for a test to be falsely negative, so a confirmation blood test is indicated in your case.  In all likelihood, you are not pregnant, and this could represent a persistent ovarian cyst.  It would be best to get into your doctor as soon as possible for a blood test and an ultrasound.  I hope that this helps and good luck!