Ectopic pregnancy is a complication of pregnancy in which pregnancy happens outside the uterus. Also known as eccysis or tubal pregnancies, these type of pregnancies possess life threatening risks to the mother and fetus. Most of the ectopic pregnancies happen in the Fallopian tube, but can also occur in the cervix, ovaries and abdomen. If not treated properly, ectopic pregnancy can even lead to death.
Symptoms
Abnormal vaginal bleeding.
Lower back pain.
Cramps on one side of the pelvis.
Absent menses.
Nausea and puking.
Weakness or faintness.
Low blood pressure.
Pain in the shoulder and lower abdomen.
Causes
One major cause of ectopic pregnancy is a damaged fallopian tube that doesn't allow a fertilized egg to enter the uterus, so it embeds in the fallopian tube.
It happens mainly because of the following reasons:
Birth defect in the fallopian tubes.
Previous experience of ectopic pregnancy.
Scarring from the past infection.
Endometriosis.
You are at high risk of getting an ectopic pregnancy if you are:
Over 35 years.
Having sexually transmitted disease like chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Getting pregnant while using an intrauterine device (IUD), a form of birth control.
Having multiple sexual partners.
Having infertility treatments such as in vitro fertilization (IVF)
Treatment
Your gynecologist will perform a pelvic examination, pregnancy test and an ultrasound to view the condition of uterus and fallopian tubes. If ectopic pregnancy is detected, your gynecologist will decide on the best treatment based on your medical condition. If the doctor suspects that fallopian tube is ruptured, surgery may be done to stop blood loss. Surgery may also be performed to repair any damaged tissue or remove the abnormal pregnancy. In certain cases, the doctor may opt to remove the fallopian tube.
Symptoms
Abnormal vaginal bleeding.
Lower back pain.
Cramps on one side of the pelvis.
Absent menses.
Nausea and puking.
Weakness or faintness.
Low blood pressure.
Pain in the shoulder and lower abdomen.
Causes
One major cause of ectopic pregnancy is a damaged fallopian tube that doesn't allow a fertilized egg to enter the uterus, so it embeds in the fallopian tube.
It happens mainly because of the following reasons:
Birth defect in the fallopian tubes.
Previous experience of ectopic pregnancy.
Scarring from the past infection.
Endometriosis.
You are at high risk of getting an ectopic pregnancy if you are:
Over 35 years.
Having sexually transmitted disease like chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Getting pregnant while using an intrauterine device (IUD), a form of birth control.
Having multiple sexual partners.
Having infertility treatments such as in vitro fertilization (IVF)
Treatment
Your gynecologist will perform a pelvic examination, pregnancy test and an ultrasound to view the condition of uterus and fallopian tubes. If ectopic pregnancy is detected, your gynecologist will decide on the best treatment based on your medical condition. If the doctor suspects that fallopian tube is ruptured, surgery may be done to stop blood loss. Surgery may also be performed to repair any damaged tissue or remove the abnormal pregnancy. In certain cases, the doctor may opt to remove the fallopian tube.
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