Symptoms of teenage pregnancy

Teen pregnancy: The signs

Missing one or more menstrual periods is the classic sign of pregnancy. But this can be tricky for teenage girls whose periods aren't yet regular. It can also be tricky for girls whose cycles are off as a result of excessive dieting or exercise or low body fat from sports or anorexia.

The full list of pregnancy signs includes:

• a missed menstrual period
• nausea or vomiting -- called "morning sickness," though it can happen throughout the day
• sudden, intense aversion to certain foods, especially meats or fatty, fried foods
• sore nipples or breasts
• unusual fatigue
• frequent urination
• unusual mood swings

Of course, a positive pregnancy test is another sign of pregnancy. Today's home pregnancy tests are generally considered accurate. These simple kits can be bought over the counter in drugstores.