Ectopic pregnancy?

Question

Okay, I'm pregnant! After asking all these questions to determine whether it was possible or not I finally took a hpt and yep, its positive. Now my worries shift to whether or not its ectopic. I know, everyone is going to tell me to go see a doctor, which I will. But this is just to get some insight from those who may have had one or know about ectopic pregnancies. I'm feeling everything on just one side of my lower abdomen, cramping etc. Is that a sign of ectopic pregnancy or could this be normal?

Answer 1

i myself just had an ectopic pregnancy and had to have surgery not once but twice as my gp failed to diagnois this,when i did have surgery, they didnt get it all and it started growing into cells and i wound up losing my fallopian tube. my signs were bleeding, weird hcg levels, pain in my side(it was the opposite side of the ectopic) a little nausea. I had stabbing pain right before the second surgery( i had started bleeding internally) my doc said i was lucky because of the bleeding. my advice to you is have it checked out if you feel something isnt right, i did that and i got nowhere so i went to a different dr and he is the one that knew right away something was wrong. you know your body the best. good luck to you and if you have any questions please feel free to email me

Answer 2

I am 23 weeks pregnant and was so scared of having a Ectopic pregnancy also. I too, felt everything on one side, and still to this day pretty much do and my baby is "so far" perfectly healthy! Sometimes it will shirt positions and maybe it won't. It's just your uterus stretching making room for your new baby! Here is a little information on Ectopic pregnancy....
Ectopic means "out of place." In an ectopic pregnancy, a fertilized egg has implanted outside the uterus. The egg settles in the fallopian tubes more than 95% of the time. This is why ectopic pregnancies are commonly called "tubal pregnancies." The egg can also implant in the ovary, abdomen, or the cervix, so you may see these referred to as cervical or abdominal pregnancies.What Are the Signs and Symptoms?
Ectopic pregnancy can be difficult to diagnose because symptoms often mirror those of a normal early pregnancy. These can include missed periods, breast tenderness, nausea, vomiting, or frequent urination.

Pain is usually the first red flag. You might feel pain in your pelvis, abdomen, or, in extreme cases, even your shoulder or neck (if blood from a ruptured ectopic pregnancy builds up and irritates certain nerves). Most women describe the pain as sharp and stabbing. It may concentrate on one side of the pelvis, and it may come and go or vary in intensity.

Any of the following additional symptoms can suggest an ectopic pregnancy:

vaginal spotting or bleeding
dizziness or fainting (caused by blood loss)
low blood pressure (also caused by blood loss)
lower back pain

Answer 3

you should wait and see what your doctor says, but here is info:


Symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy can often be vague, and include vaginal bleeding, abdominal or pelvic pain (usually stronger on one side), shoulder pain, weakness, or dizziness. These symptoms can also occur in other conditions such as ovarian cysts, miscarriages, or even in normal pregnancy. Weakness, dizziness, and a sense of passing out upon standing can represent serious internal bleeding, thus requiring immediate medical attention.

How is ectopic pregnancy diagnosed?

The first step in the diagnosis is an interview and examination by the doctor. Occasionally, the doctor may feel a tender mass during the pelvic examination. If an ectopic pregnancy is suspected, blood hormone tests, pelvic ultrasound, dilatation and curettage (D&C), and laparoscopy can be used to help confirm the diagnosis. These tests may take several days to complete, and the results may be inconclusive. The timing of performing these tests and interpretation of test results can be complicated, and should be directed by your obstetrician.

When checking blood hormone levels, such as beta human chorionic gonadotropin (beta HCG) and progesterone, a series of blood samples are obtained. Beta HCG levels normally rise during pregnancy. An abnormal pattern in the rise of this hormone can be a clue to the presence of an ectopic pregnancy. In those with abnormal hormone patterns, an ultrasound can be performed. In patients with an ectopic pregnancy, an ultrasound can demonstrate the absence of pregnancy within the uterus. Often, a dilatation and curettage (D&C) procedure is then performed. During D&C, samples are obtained from the inner lining of the uterus to demonstrate the absence of pregnancy tissue within the uterus.

Answer 4

It could be perfectly normal as the symptoms are similar to regular pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy is relatively rare, happening in about 1 out of 60 pregnancies. The only way to determine your situation is to get to the doctor ASAP.

http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancycomplications/ectopicpregnancy.html
http://www.babycenter.com/refcap/pregnancy/pregcomplications/229.html

Take care and best of luck! :-)

Answer 5

Your egg is fertilized in your fallopian tube. Then it "rolls" into your uterus, where it attaches itself. That could be the meaning of the cramps, though I am not sure of the symptoms for an ectopic pregnancy.

I do know that most ectopic pregnancies don't go past a few months though and it could tear your fallopian tube and cause serious damage.

Answer 6

Probably not a Sign, but Ectopic Preganancy CAN be seriously dangerous to a woman. Do not worry until you know. Cramps are too common for it to be a definite sign

Answer 7

Just to reassure you when I was newly pregnant with my daughter I had cramping in my lower abdomen indicative of an ectopic and I panicked I was just overreacting and everything was fine I know you said you know about that doctor thing that is my only advice.

Answer 8

Not always. Sometimes the cramping could be the implatation of the egg in your uterus. Which not all women feel. It could also be a sign of miscarriage also though. Keep track of it and call your doctor if it gets worse. Good luck on your pregnancy!

Answer 9

Along with sharp, stabbing pain on one side (and the pain is severe), these are the other symptoms of an EP:

vaginal spotting or bleeding
dizziness or fainting (caused by blood loss)
low blood pressure (also caused by blood loss)
lower back pain

If you have any of these symptoms, see a doctor. Otherwise, I wouldn't worry. Minor cramping is so common...good luck!

Answer 10

Ectopic pregnancy is very rare! I would not be concerned about it..Unless a doctor has told you, you have some risk for it..You should be just fine!!