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If you detect an ectopic pregnancy and go to the doctors within six weeks of pregnancy is it safe?
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∙ 14y ago
I am not sure what you mean by safe... no ectopic pregnancy is really considered safe. You do need to have surgery as soon as possible to have it removed, or it may rupture and cause more damage. I was only 5 weeks when my doctors detected mine, and I was sent into surgery that day. I am so happy I went when I did, because I started having severe pain when waiting at the hospital to go into surgery. If the doctors have not detected it yet, and you truly feel you have symptoms... call them immediately and let them now how you feel. I am sure they will do a blood test or altrasound to make sure you are okay. Hope this helped...Good Luck!
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A pelvic ultrasound can detect what types of pregnancy?
Ultrasound is particularly useful in distinguishing between intrauterine (within the uterus) and ectopic (outside the uterus) pregnancies.
Is a tubal and ectopic pregnancy the same thing?
A normal pregnancy is when the foetus grow in the womb where it's supposed to be, whereas an ectopic pregnancy is where the foetus is growing in the fallopian tubes, this is very serious if you suspect an ectopic pregnancy go strait to you GP or nearest A&E department, Ectopic pregnancies can be potentially life threatening.
How does a etopic pregnancy happen?
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilised egg attaches itself outside the cavity of the uterus (womb). The majority of ectopic pregnancies are found in the Fallopian tubes. In rare cases, the egg attaches itself in one of the ovaries, the cervix (neck of the womb) or another organ within the pelvis. An ectopic pregnancy is not usually capable of surviving and in most instances an embryo is not developed. An ectopic pregnancy will spontaneously miscarry. The majority of women diagnosed will have to be operated on or treated with medication.
What is an ectopic pregancy?
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the baby starts to develop outside the womb (uterus). The most common site for an ectopic pregnancy is within one of the tubes through which the egg passes from the ovary to the uterus (fallopian tube). However, in rare cases, ectopic pregnancies can occur in the ovary, stomach area, or cervix.An ectopic pregnancy is usually caused by a condition that blocks or slows the movement of a fertilized egg through the fallopian tube to the uterus. This may be caused by a physical blockage in the tube.Symptoms of Ectopic PregnancyPain in the lower abdomen, and inflammationPain while urinatingPain while having a bowel movementExternal bleeding is due to the falling progesterone levels.Ectopic pregnancy is when the fertilised egg implants itself within one of the fallopian tubes rather than within the uterus, as the embryo grows it outgrows the small space of the fallopian tube and if not caught soon enough this can prove fatal.
Can you pregnant after you have your tubes tied?
The U.S. Collaborative Review of Sterilization (CREST) found the failure rate for tubal ligation (all occlusion methods) to be 1.85% after 10 years. Of the sterilization failures in CREST, one third were ectopic pregnancies (not within the uterus). Because of the high rate of ectopic pregnancy, women of child bearing age who have had tubal sterilization should have a pregnancy test performed if they have not had a menstrual period. If the woman is pregnant, then she should be evaluated further for the presence of an ectopic pregnancy
Does your pregnancy symptom immediately stop after having a miscarriage?
No, but, it would be called an "Ectopic pregnancy". It is usually diagnosed within the first 2 months of pregnancy, possibly before you know you are pregnant. The symptoms may be mild or they may be severe and dangerous. They can be the same as the symptoms of early pregnancy or other less serious conditions. Possible symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy are: 1. missed period or abnormal bleeding 2. pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis 3. symptoms of pregnancy such as breast tenderness or morning sickness.
Can you detect pregnanacy within 20 days from the 1st day of the period?
Yes. You can use a pregnancy test kit that provides "early" diagnosis.
Why is the ampulla the most common place for an ectopic pregnancy?
The risk of ectopic pregnancy and even the location of such should it happen, differs depending on the pregnancy was a result of natural conception of through a form of assisted reproductive technology (such as in-vitro fertilization).Generally, most ectopic pregnancy occur somewhere within the fallopian tube, the ampullary region being the most likely area in natural and assisted conception. Ectopic pregnancies can also occur in the cervix, ovaries and the abdominal cavity; however an occurrence of an ectopic pregnancy in these locations is rare; less than 3.5% in natural conception and just over 6% with assisted reproduction.
When do you need a Rhgam shot during pregnancy?
A Rhogam shot is given to an RH negative mother who gave birth to RH positive baby, had ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage. Rhogam should be given within 48 to 72 hours to prevent formation of antibodies that can harm future babies.
How long till ectopic pregnancy symptoms show?
Ectopic pregnancies are usually diagnosed within the first 2 months of pregnancy, possibly before you know you are pregnant. The symptoms may be mild or they may be severe and dangerous. They can be the same as the symptoms of early pregnancy or other less serious conditions. Possible symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy are: 1. missed period or abnormal bleeding 2. pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis 3. symptoms of pregnancy such as breast tenderness or morning sickness.
If you cannot afford a tubal reversal what are your options?
There are many cases of women having normal (uterine) pregnancies after having their tubes tied, while their tubes are STILL tied. An ectopic pregnancy, is a pregnancy within the fallopian tube-this can happen to a woman who does, or does not, have her tubes tied, as well as a woman who have never been pregnant before or who has had normal pregnancies in the past. However, woman who have had a tubal ligation reversed are at higher risk for ectopic pregnancies as her fallopian tubes will have scarring and may not be as 'free-flowing' as before the tubal ligation. This risk is especially high immediately following the reversal (for up to 60 days, while healing), as the tubes themselves are swollen due to the recent procedure. However, it is not as high of a risk as some believe. Many women go on to have a normal pregnancy. Many doctors recommend performing reliable birth control methods during this time to lessen the risk of ectopic pregnancy,as ectopic pregnancies can irreversibly damage the fallopian tube and if left undetected cause death. Invitro fertilization is possible also, but it is more expensive. Tubal reversals can cost 5-7,000 and cycles are much pricier with the fertilization. There is also a charge for EACH cycle.
How bad is it to get pregnant early after an eptopic treated with methotrexate?
Well it is not beneficial to get pregnant right away. A body needs time to heal from the ectopic pregnancy, particularly if anything punctured, tore or ruptured. If you are pregnant again there is nothing you can do about that. Some women will have twins where one baby is ectopic and the other is not. So she delivers a healthy single baby after the ectopic pregnancy is resolved. If you are only concerned about the chemical having been in your body do not fear. It goes through the body within days.
