Ectopic : Ectopic pregnancy is when the fertilized egg implants in an area outside of the uterus, where it normally develops into a fetus. Up to an estimated 20 in every 1, 000 pregnancies are ectopic. Nearly all ectopic pregnancies develop in a fallopian tube. These are often called tubal pregnancies. If left untreated, a tubal ectopic pregnancy can cause fallopian tube damage and cause heavy bleeding that could be very serious. Various risk factors are associated with ectopic pregnancy, including previous ectopic pregnancy, inflammation of the fallopian tube (salpingitis) or an infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes or ovaries (pelvic inflammatory disease) increases the risk of ectopic pregnancy. Often, these infections are caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia. First signs of an ectopic pregnancy may include vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain or pelvic pain, usually 6 to 8 weeks after a missed period. If you believe your are pregnant and have any risk factors, or if the bleeding persists or pain increases, you should see your gynecologist immediately.
Answered 10/3/2016
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I : I agree with the previous comments by the physicians in the group. You need to be seen right away since this is suspicious for an ectopic pregnancy. Hope this helps.
Answered 10/3/2016
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I : I did an OB fellowship and did obstetrics for 10+ years so if you suspect an ectopic pregancy: it is an emergency and please get a ride to the nearest er! or call 911! the dizziness is a sign of blood loss (anemia) and I have operated on a few cases where there was a large amount of 'internal bleeding' from the 'ruptured ectopic.'.
Answered 10/4/2016
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