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A 39-year-old female asked:

Diagnosed ectopic pregnancy was given methotrexate shot on friday, and beta increased. is that normal? was 2878 now 3877???

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Dr. Navita Modianswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 27 years experience

Normal : In the beginning it increase and then on 7th day of methotrexate it should decrease

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