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Phantom Pregnancy

Phantom pregnancy is the psychological condition that occurs when a female experiences pregnancy symptoms but is not pregnant.

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How long will a phantom pregnancy in a rabbit last?

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A false pregnancy? Breed her as soon as you can.

But, unless you are positive there's a market for your rabbits, do not breed them at all. There are rabbits in shelters all over the country, and when their time runs out they are put down even if they're healthy. It's terribly irresponsible to add to this overpopulation, or to bring new lives into the world just to "cull" them because no one wants to adopt them. Even if you know there is a market for your rabbits, consider this: all those customers of yours could be rescuing rabbits from shelters, intend of buying your rabbits that don't even exist yet. However, the final point is this: if you don't know what you're doing, don't breed your bunnies: instead, spay/neuter them. False pregnancies are stressful for rabbits, and you're doing them a favour by spaying them. See the related questions below for more details.

Do dogs have phantom pregnancies?

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The hormonal cycle of the bitch assumes that pregnancy has occurred after every cycle, whether or not a mating has taken place. She will therefore experience the physiological changes of pregnancy over the next 2 months. She will have an increase in progesterone production, milk production and an increase in appetite. She may even go into mild labour.

The caregiver may notice physical and emotional changes, particularly 8-9 weeks after her last season. She may exhibit a change in preferred diet to blander food, fluid retention, and a wish not to take her usual amount of exercise, and she may hoard toys and treat them as puppies. There may be restlessness, lack of appetite, panting, trembling, whining and nest-building at the time she would have given birth. There may be a degree of aggression to perceived threats. She will usually return to normal after 2-3 weeks, 48hrs after the birth would have occurred.

As this is a physiological occurrence which settles over 2-3 weeks, treatment is rarely needed. If possible try to reduce stimulation of the mammary glands, by reducing stroking and wiping, and not allowing the bitch to lick excessively, as these will increase prolactin release and further milk production.

Occasionally the bitch may become ill, by producing excessive milk, or other problems. She may need treatment to reduce milk production, such as diuretics or hormone treatment. Although some advocate reduced fluid intake to induce dehydration and reduce milk production, others feel that this may be unsafe.

It is rare (but not unknown) for bitches who are spayed (ovariohysterectomised), to exhibit these changes. Although the majority of the hormones are being produced by the ovaries, some are produced in the adrenal glands.

Can you have a miscarriage without knowing?

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Yes it happens all the time.

What does it mean when you have cramps but not your peiod?

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This is a sign of endometriosis. Do you have any blood in your urine or when you pass something? Does it hurt when you have sex? There are different levels of endometriosis. If you are concerned, talk to a doctor.

Is it safe to have a colon cleanser while pregnant?

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Colon cleanses are never safe. They rid your body of the good bacteria that helps us digest food.

Phantom pregnancy in mares?

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A horse who is experiencing a phantom pregnancy will have symptoms of an actual pregnancy. These symptoms include the horse being tired with a puffed up stomach.

How can you test if you are pregnant without using a home pregnancy test?

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False positives on home pregnancy tests are very rare. If you get a positive and believe that you are not pregnant, see your doctor and they can draw blood and do a beta hcg. This will show if you are pregnant for sure.

How do you get rid of a phantom pregnancy?

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A ultrasound can and your doctor can tell if you're having a phantom pregnancy.

Pregnancy tests will be negative and there will be nothing to see on ultrasound.

I think I am experiencing a phantom pregnancy too. My period was over a week late but it was nothing but a couple days of brown bleeding. Now I have sore breasts, fatigue, food cravings, extra vaginal discharge, and major bloating but 3 negative urine tests. I think the abnormal period made me believe i was pregnant so therefor my body started to believe it and gave me symptoms with no baby in the oven. That's a phantom pregnancy.

Can you have a donor egg baby in menopause?

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menopause signifies and end to a woman's fertility, however it can take a number of years to go through the premenopause and pregnancy is still possible. Menopause is only complete once there has been no period for twelve months at least.

Is vertigo a symptom of pregnancy?

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Hi :-) Yes it can be a symptom of pregnancy. But I wouldn't solely base one symptom of pregnancy. Motion sickness could be slightly worse for you now because it is very hot in the car, you are unwell or because the journey is longer for you. The hot weather does cause a lot of people to feel sick. Best thing to do is wait till your period arrives and do a HPT. If your period doesn't arrive, do the test and if it does arrive - you aren't pregnant. Good luck

How long does bloating last in pregnancy?

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I don't think that birth control stops bloating. At least it doesn't work for me. I still blow up like a balloon a few days before my cycle and I have taken birth control pills for about 15 years.

What is a phantom pregnancy for a dog?

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The hormonal cycle of the bitch assumes that pregnancy has occurred after every cycle, whether or not a mating has taken place. She will therefore experience the physiological changes of pregnancy over the next 2 months. She will have an increase in progesterone production, milk production and an increase in appetite. She may even go into mild labour.

The caregiver may notice physical and emotional changes, particularly 8-9 weeks after her last season. She may exhibit a change in preferred diet to blander food, fluid retention, and a wish not to take her usual amount of exercise, and she may hoard toys and treat them as puppies. There may be restlessness, lack of appetite, panting, trembling, whining and nest-building at the time she would have given birth. There may be a degree of aggression to perceived threats. She will usually return to normal after 2-3 weeks, 48hrs after the birth would have occurred.

As this is a physiological occurrence which settles over 2-3 weeks, treatment is rarely needed. If possible try to reduce stimulation of the mammary glands, by reducing stroking and wiping, and not allowing the bitch to lick excessively, as these will increase prolactin release and further milk production.

Occasionally the bitch may become ill, by producing excessive milk, or other problems. She may need treatment to reduce milk production, such as diuretics or hormone treatment. Although some advocate reduced fluid intake to induce dehydration and reduce milk production, others feel that this may be unsafe.

It is rare (but not unknown) for bitches who are spayed (ovariohysterectomised), to exhibit these changes. Although the majority of the hormones are being produced by the ovaries, some are produced in the adrenal glands.

Can you test for pregnancy without blood urine or home test?

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Yes. You can have an ultra sound but most Dr's will not do one unless you have been confirmed pregnant by a blood and/or a urine test.

Is it safe to get pregnant after a DNC?

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That can only be answered by a health care provider after a review of your individual history.

How could you get a false pregnancy?

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A positive pregnancy test is simply a rise in hormones secreted in urine or blood. False positive pregnancy tests are rare but can be caused by adrenal tumors, or possibly certain medications.

A false pregnancy test when a woman is actually pregnant means she isn't secreting the hormones in her urine yet, or they are high enough to be picked up by the test she uses. Blood test for pregnancy is more accurate.

What symptoms do dogs get when they have a phantom pregnancy?

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The only difference between a phantom pregnancy and a real pregnancy is that with a phantom pregnancy you are not actually carrying a baby and you will usually have a period and a negative pregnancy test. You will have the same symptoms as a regular pregnancy and they can last at least as long as 7 months.

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Will you experience your periods during a phantom pregnancy?

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I have asked the same question. I wondering if you tricked your body into thinking you are pregnant then will you go through the pain. I am surely having pain.

Is it normal to have light cramping and tender breasts 3 days after your period?

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I'm no expert but i have been reading alot about symptoms of pregnancy. it could be that your pregnant. some times there is some bleeding even if your pregnant. best to talk to your doctor though

Can phantom fetal kicks prevent pregnancy?

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Somewhat, they have been proven to raise the chances of both participants dying during birth process.

What happens during a phantom pregnancy?

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Phantom PregnanciesA phantom pregnancy (also known as a false pregnancy, pseudocyesis spurious pregnancy, imaginary pregnancy, hysterical pregnancy, wind in the bowels, or grossesse nerveuse) is where you have many of the signs and symptoms associated with pregnancy but are not pregnant.

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  • I am experiencing what you call "phantom pregnancy". I am having all the symptoms, heartburn,morning sickness, bloating and a missed period. I have taken 3 hpt and a blood test and all of them came up negative. I guess when you worry or wish so much that you can almost "think" yourself to be pregnant.
  • I have been having weird phantom pregnancy too, but mine are a little stranger, my husband had a vasectomy three years ago, I have had no missed periods although I am getting more clots and stuff, but I seem to be getting strange kicking movements in my stomach, even my husband can feel some. I have done a pregnancy test which was negative.
  • I am currently experiencing what i believe to be a phantom pregnancy, my breasts are producing milk, I'm bloated am constantly tired , legs ache etc. This is the second time this has happened to me i have a 2 year old son & no desire at all to have another child. I don't know why this is happening to me & it is really weird. I also feel like there is a baby in there moving when i know there is not my pregnancy tests are negative but i haven't had a period for nearly 3 months & don't know whether to carry on taking my pill & having sex as i don't know if this will make it better or worse
  • I am experiencing nausea, milk production, achy legs, bloated, constantly tired, etc., but am having my period. I am not pregnant. My doctor said that sometimes when hormones are so mixed up (in my case my adrenal gland is on overload) your breasts can produce milk even a year after you've quit nursing. She also said that the body can do all these things before a period.
  • I too have been having a phantom pregnancy, I look as though I am about 5 months pregnant, I've been having morning sickness, mood swings, extreme tiredness and my periods have stopped, I'm even having movement in my stomach which my husband and friends can also see, but all the tests have came back negative, I feel like I'm going crazy!
  • I can't believe it has happened to me. I've had three urine tests one blood test and one ultra sound today. I couldn't believe I was not pregnant. I look 4 and a half months pregnant. My stomach is huge. I have felt it kicking. my breasts are leaking milk. I have 2 children already so I know the symptoms.I am sort of clucky but we were looking at fostering. now I know phantom pregnancy really exists. I still can't believe I'm not pregnant. I know what it feels like when a baby kicks.
  • I get around 4 phantom pregnancies every year for over 10 years and each time they are more psychologically devastating and more realistic. The hospital consultant I was referred to told me he'd never heard of phantom pregnancies. I'm seeing a clinical psychologist to sort it out but I have had 3 since I've been seeing her.
  • I'm Experiencing A Phantom Pregnancy Now. Ive Missed A Period And I'm Getting All The Symptoms, The Morning Sickness BackAche The Constant Tiredness. Ive Lost Count Of The Home Pregnancy Tests Ive Had, And have got An Appointment With The doctor To Do one Tomorrow. Worst Feeling In The World Because I Can Feel My Tummy stretching And It Feels Like Theres Someone Moving around In There!
  • I think i am experiancing a phantom pregnancy. I had a miscarraige three weeks ago but i still am having symptons but could do with some advic as its really upsetting me as i am convincing myself i am still pregnant. I am producing collostrum from my right breast, my stomach is ever increasing to swell, i look about five to six months gone, i feel movement like bubble or slight kicks, pregnancy test are negative. Please someone advise me that this is normal as i feel like i am going nuts!!!!.....
  • I think i am experiancing a phantom pregnancy, my periods are normally on time but this month they were nearly 2 weeks late i did some tests and they came up positive! i have been having the morning sickness and the tiredness i remember what it was like as already had a son so i remember everything that happend with last pregnancy!i really thought i was preggers then on Sunday i started bleeding and there was cots and everything ( sorry tmi ) i spent the whole day in hospital they did 4 urine samples and a blood test but they all came back negative, they said that there was no chance that i had had a mc!! i don't understand it i truly thought i was preggers and noone can explain what is going on!! can anyone help me please im so confused and feel like everyone is laughing at me!!

What is DNC?

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The DNC is the Democratic National Committee. But I suspect you meant "D&C" or "D and C." That is an abbreviation of a medical procedure known as Dilation and Curettage, which is the scraping of the lining of the uterus. It is frequently done after miscarriage. If you google on D&C (no spaces), a number of good hits are returned. WebMD is another excellent medical resource.