Physical Recovery

Medically Reviewed by:Jackie Ross BSc MB.BS MRCOG& Professor Andrew Horne MB ChB PhD FRCOG FRCP& Professor Colin Duncan BSC(hons), MBChB(hons), MD, FRCOG

Last Reviewed:01/06/2021

Next review date:01/06/2024

Written by: The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust

Learn more about the physical side of recovery from an ectopic pregnancy and what to expect.

Give yourself time to heal
Your body is likely to go through a demanding process of recovery following an ectopic pregnancy and it is important that you be gentle with yourself and give yourself time to heal.

Because such an invasive and frightening experience has occurred, it is not unusual to become worried about any symptoms you may experience and to have many questions racing through your mind. You may also find that you have different questions about your body at different stages after treatment.

Detailed general information can be found here on our website. Please remember that online medical information is no substitute for expert medical care from your own healthcare team.

Help to continue our crucial work by donating to The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust

We don't charge for any of our services. You can donate £5 to support the much-needed resources that we provide for anyone affected by ectopic pregnancy. We sincerely thank you for any donation that you are able to make.

Explaining Ectopic Pregnancy: Physical Recovery