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- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Sep 16, 2019 9:03 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: PUL but doubling hcg -- was ectopic correct diagnosis?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5533
Dear Ranja, Diagnosing ectopic pregnancy can be difficult as there are no definitive symptoms of ectopic pregnancy and some ladies do not have any symptoms at all. If scans are inconclusive, doctors would carry out a series of blood tests to check hCG levels to see if the numbers are rising as expec...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Sep 16, 2019 8:50 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: First period after surgery?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1898
Dear Jeminy, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, It is not unusual for women to bleed after treatment for ectopic pregnancy. This first bleed after treatment is a response to falling hormone levels and involves shedding of the uterine lining and is not classed as a period. The ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 9:57 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Recently diagnosed ectopic
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3105
Dear Leanne123, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, When we experience ectopic pregnancy we are suddenly faced with a life threatening emergency and it's treatment, reduction in fertility, concerns about the future and the loss of our babies. Experiencing any one of these is an...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 9:47 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: The best news after two ectopic pregnancies
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3729
Dear Fertility-tales, Oh, this is such wonderful news. I know you have been through such an awful time and I couldn't be happier for you. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your news and give hope to so many. Sending much love and little kisses for your son, Karen x The Ectopic Pregnancy...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Sep 15, 2019 9:41 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Concerned about rupture
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3560
Dear Ranja, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. You have been through a huge amount in such a short space of time and it is very normal to feel overwhelmed. From your words, I can imagine how frightening the experience must be when English is not the first language of medical s...
- by EPT Host 20
- Wed Sep 11, 2019 8:32 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: 4 weeks post surgery (also talks about previous miscarriage)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1230
Dear Catherine, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and losses, Experiencing an ectopic pregnancy is a huge ordeal and you are in the early stages of recovery. Your body needs time to heal from your surgery which is in itself a gruelling task. You have also had to process the loss of you...
- by EPT Host 20
- Wed Sep 11, 2019 8:03 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Expectant management vs medication management
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2785
Dear K80 I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, When we experience ectopic pregnancy we are suddenly faced with a life threatening emergency and it's treatment, reduction in fertility, concerns about the future and the loss of our babies. Experiencing any one of these is an ordeal...
- by EPT Host 20
- Tue Sep 10, 2019 9:42 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Fetus
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1799
Dear Brill88, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, Sadly I am not medically trained so cannot give you specific advice on your query. There are several guidelines for medical professionals to follow regarding the sensitive treatment of your baby. As a result, many hospitals have...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 9:29 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Confused after unplanned ectopic pregnancy
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5100
Dear oawright1, We hear from many ladies who have experienced ectopic pregnancy from an unplanned pregnancy, but it does not make the ordeal of surgery or recovery any easier. Your body needs time to heal from your surgery which is in itself a gruelling task. You should take it very easily for about...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 8:56 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Newbie...
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1777
Dear Lindsay, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss and for the lack of support you have received. Please do not think about what that midwife said to you, you have lost a baby and you are grieving. When we experience ectopic pregnancy we are suddenly faced with a life threatening...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Sep 08, 2019 8:45 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Lost
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1549
Dear Emma10, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and losses, The chances of a further ectopic after a first in UK is 10%. So that's 90% chance of the embryo being in right place next time. While generally it is possible to conceive after an ectopic pregnancy, the amount of time it takes ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Wed Sep 04, 2019 10:23 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Aftermath
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1856
Dear NG123, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, I too found dates such as planned midwife appointments and the due date difficult to deal with. Keep an open dialogue with your partner and share your feelings with her too. I personally found it easier to explain my feelings when...
- by EPT Host 20
- Wed Sep 04, 2019 10:17 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Positive stories?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1780
Dear Bamkhead11, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. My 1st pregnancy was also ectopic and I went on to have a successful pregnancy. Trying to conceive again can be a challenging time for couples especially after experiencing loss. I will do my best to help. The chances of a fu...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Sep 02, 2019 8:47 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Braving second attempt?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3722
Dear The Second one, I am sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. Sadly I am not medically trained socannot give you specific advice on your query. Usually advice is to try conceiving naturally following a first ectopic pregnancy unless you have been given specific advice not to by a docto...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Sep 02, 2019 8:36 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Anxiety and depression after ectopic
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1891
Dear pinkflamingo89, Thank you for being brave enough to share your feelings on these boards. I suffered with low mood for over 2years after my ectopic pregnancy and never sought help. The fact that you have referred yourself to a clinic is a huge positive step and I would definitely see it through....
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Aug 26, 2019 10:36 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Removal of tube and baby
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2103
Dear Maaika, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, You have been through a huge amount in such a short space of time and it is very normal to feel overwhelmed. From your words, I can imagine how frightening the experience must have been and I am sorry you have had to go though th...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Aug 26, 2019 10:23 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: How much vaginal bleeding is normal?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1516
Dear tryagain92, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, It is not unusual for women to bleed after treatment for ectopic pregnancy. This first bleed after treatment is a response to falling hormone levels and involves shedding of the uterine lining and is not classed as a period. ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Aug 26, 2019 10:18 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Nearly 6 months on and still devastated
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1303
Dear TLC09, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. It is normal to feel anxious about the future. We generally feel a mix of emotions from wanting to try again to being petrified of what may lie ahead. We never forget, but we learn to accept what happened. It is a slow process tha...
- by EPT Host 20
- Tue Aug 20, 2019 7:35 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Twinges after being discharged
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1462
Dear Sophie, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, It is not unusual for women to bleed after treatment for ectopic pregnancy. This first bleed after treatment is a response to falling hormone levels and involves shedding of the uterine lining and is not classed as a period. The ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Tue Aug 20, 2019 7:26 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Advice needed
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1291
Dear Vdownham, Sadly I am not medically trained so cannot give you specific advice on your symptoms. Periods can be delayed for a number of reasons including stress or even (as surprising as it may sound) excessive exercise or weight loss. Doctors normally consider menstrual cycles of between 23-42 ...
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