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Ectopic mass after methotrexate
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Ectopic mass after methotrexate
Received my mtx on 14 Feb and HCG reached <5 by 21 Mar. I just had a scan to ensure the mass is fully absorbed but it turned out that the mass is still there it only shrunk in size. Has anyone had the same situation? How long did it take for the ectopic mass to be fully absorbed by the body after mtx?
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Re: Ectopic mass after methotrexate
I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy loss.
Unfortunately this is a difficult question to answer. It is not common practice to have scans following treatment for ectopic pregnancy in th UK, so there is very little evidence for now long it takes for a mass to be reabsorbed.
The general consensus is that the 12 week timeframe needed for taking folic acid after hCG levels have reached pre-pregnancy levels before trying to conceive is enough time for any masses to be absorbed.
Sending much love,
Karen x
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I would strongly recommend to go for HSG test if you are allowed for it!