10 signs of ectopic pregnancy, which can not be missed
Educational Program Health / / December 19, 2019
What is an ectopic pregnancy and how it is dangerous
Normal pregnancy is so. Sperm penetrates the egg, which appeared in the period ovulation in the fallopian tube. The latter begins to decline, pushing the fertilized egg into the uterus. There egg attaches to the uterine wall and begins turning into actively growing embryo.
when an ectopicEctopic Pregnancy Symptoms and When to Call 911 pregnancy, as the name implies, the egg in the uterus does not get. Most often it is delayed in the fallopian tube - too winding, narrow or weak to push the ovum where necessary. But there are times when the egg is implanted in the cervix, ovaries or elsewhere in the abdomen.
Nothing good ectopic pregnancy does not end there. The growing embryo will sooner or later breaks the body wall to which it is attached. Result - massive internal bleeding, infection in the peritoneal cavity and peritonitis (however, it is already possible to not survive).
According toEctopic Pregnancy: Symptoms, Causes, Risks And Treatment American Pregnancy Association, every fiftieth pregnancy is ectopic.
If any signs of an ectopic pregnancy should go to the doctor
First, almost no different ectopic pregnancy feel of the ordinary. Delayed menstruation, discomfort in the lower abdomen, pain in the chest, two stripes at home test - it seems as if everything is normal.
Violations can manifest itself at any period between the fifth and fourteenth week of pregnancy. But most often it occurs in about two weeksEctopic Pregnancy after a delay. It was there warning signs in this period:
- Stitching pains and cramps in the lower abdomen.
- Accompanying pain nausea and vomiting.
- Persistent dizziness, weakness.
- Pain in the rectum and extending to the shoulder and neck.
- Isolation, similar to menstrual.
If any of these symptoms it is important both to consult a gynecologist as soon as possible.
When it is necessary to call an ambulance
Do not wait and seek emergency medical attention if:
- You are experiencing acute painThat lasts more than a few minutes.
- You began to bleed.
- Acute pain in the rectum accompanied by a sense that you are unbearable to the bathroom.
- Hard and long (more than a few minutes), the shoulder hurts. Sometimes the blood pouring into the abdominal cavity after the rupture of the fallopian tube, accumulate in the diaphragm and irritates the nerves associated with leverage.
- You have severe dizziness - to such an extent that it seems you are about to lose consciousness.
Why do if you suspect a pregnancy to go to the doctor
Determine ectopic pregnancy at home is impossible. At least until then, until it will have an obvious danger signs.
Conclusion: seeing two strips on the test, do not pull on a visit to a gynecologist. Medic at an early stage, find out if everything is in order. To do this it is:
- Hold a pelvic examination. It is necessary to find out if there are any unusual sensitivity or painful abdominal mass.
- Do an ultrasound to determine the place where the ovum was attached. In the early stages (5-6 weeks) of the study do intravaginal sensor - it gives a more accurate result. However, there are times when it is impossible to determine the place of implantation. Then the doctor will prescribe additional ultrasound at time of 8-9 weeks.
- Will ask you to take a blood or urine test to determine the level of the hormone hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). In the early ectopic pregnancy the amount of this hormone is much less than in normal, and tests show it.
The second band on the test with an ectopic pregnancy often looks very pale. This is due to low levels of hCG.
How to treat an ectopic pregnancy
No options - will have to interrupt the pregnancy. But in what way it depends on the timing.
medication
Used in the event that an abnormal attachment egg able to detect at an early stage. The specialist will make an injection of methotrexate (Trexall), which stops the growth of the placenta and causes the body to get rid of their own pregnancy.
Note: It may take several treatments, so it is important to be in touch with your doctor and follow his recommendations.
Laparoscopy
It's a small operation, during which the surgeon will extract the ovum. Most likely, the fallopian tube is not injured.
Surgery
This is an emergency option. If the fallopian tube has ruptured, the surgeon will remove it partially or completely, to save the life of a woman.
Can I get pregnant after an ectopic pregnancy
It depends on what caused the violation. Here are common causes of ectopic pregnancy:
- infection in the fallopian tube. Due to inflammation of the tube might not propel the fertilized egg in the uterus.
- Endometriosis.
- Scars and adhesions. As a rule, it is the effects of the previously postponed operations (the same abortion) or infections. They also interfere with the movement of a fertilized egg.
- Personal characteristics. In some women, uterine tube is too narrow or winding.
What is the cause in your case and what to do with it, it is best to discuss with the gynecologist. Specialist get a grasp of your medical history, conduct more research and make a rehabilitation plan that will help you once conceive and bear a healthy baby.
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