Ectopic Pregnancy Symptoms

DESCRIPTION

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the main cavity of the uterus. An ectopic pregnancy most often occurs in a fallopian tube, which carries eggs from the ovaries to the uterus. This type of ectopic pregnancy is called a tubal pregnancy.

Symptoms –

• Vaginal bleeding
• Pelvic pain
• Upset stomach and vomiting
• Abdominal cramps
• Pain on one side of your body
• Weakness
• Pain in shoulder, neck or rectum

Risk factors –

• Previous ectopic pregnancy
• Inflammation or infection
• Fertility treatments
• Tubal surgery
• Choice of birth control
• Smoking

Diagnosis and test –

• Pregnancy test
• Ultrasound
• Blood test

Treatment –

• Medication
• Laparoscopic procedures
• Emergency surgery