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My IVF pregnancy test was negative. What now?

A negative result can be painful. It also deserves a clear medical review.

What you should know

Your team can explain what happened during the cycle, what is known, and what is still uncertain. The next step may be another cycle, a change in approach, a pause, or stopping treatment. You may want time before making a choice. Ask when to stop medicines.

What to ask your care team

“Can we review the cycle and the likely benefits and burdens of each next option?”

One important reminder

Do not stop prescribed hormones until your clinic tells you what to do.

Before your next visit

Write down your questions. Bring your medicine list and any test results you have. Ask for a plan in writing. If an answer is not clear, ask your team to explain it in a different way.

More trusted information

These sources offer more detail. They do not replace advice from your fertility clinic.