what happens in an ectopic pregnancy?
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What would happen if you became pregnant in your fallopian tubes? Normal pregnancies develop inside a woman's uterus. Ectopic means out of place. In an ectopic pregnancy, a fertilized egg attaches to the wrong place in a woman's body. In most ectopic pregnancies, the egg attaches to the woman's fallopian tube. Rarely, ectopic pregnancies can take place in other parts of a woman's body — like on the cervix, ovary, or somewhere else in a woman's abdomen.
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Medical Definition of Ectopic pregnancy Our Ectopic Pregnancy Main Article provides a comprehensive look at the who, what, when and how of Ectopic Pregnancy Ectopic pregnancy: A pregnancy that is not in the uterus. The fertilized egg settles and grows in any location other than the inner lining of the uterus. The large majority (95%) of ectopic pregnancies occur in the Fallopian tube.
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Ectopic Pregnancy Although you may experience typical signs and symptoms of pregnancy, the following symptoms may be used to help recognize a potential ectopic pregnancy: 1  Sharp or stabbing pain that may come and go and vary in intensity. 2  Vaginal bleeding, heavier or lighter than your normal period. 3  Gastrointestinal symptoms. 4  Weakness, dizziness, or fainting.
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Mirena Ectopic Pregnancy Mirena Ectopic Pregnancy Symptoms Ectopic pregnancy occurs when an embryo implants outside of the uterus. Most commonly, implantation occurs in the fallopian tubes and as cellular division occurs, the tube or other tissues may rupture and bleed.
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pseudocyesis ectopic pregnancy pregnancy in which the fertilized ovum becomes implanted outside the uterus instead of in the wall of the uterus; this is almost always in a fallopian tube (tubal pregnancy), although occasionally the ovum develops in the abdominal cavity, ovary, or cervix uteri.
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- Research has shown that, in patients with an ectopic pregnancy who are properly assessed and their pregnancy hormone level (beta hCG) is dropping, up to 50% of these pregnancies will end naturally and there will be no need for an operation or a drug to treat the condition.
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Ectopic pregnancy Most ectopic pregnancies (90%) occur in the Fallopian tube which are known as tubal pregnancies. Implantation can also occur on the cervix, ovaries, or within the abdomen. Detection of ectopic pregnancy is typically by blood tests for human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and ultrasound.
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Ectopic Pregnancy â Causes, Signs and Symptoms Symptoms and signs of ectopic pregnancy. Symptoms and signs of ectopic pregnancy depend on its duration. For a period of 1-2 weeks, ectopic pregnancy can’t be shown. Later, at 3-4 week there may be signs of a normal pregnancy. Increased basal body temperature; The long delay of menstruation; Nausea;
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Symptoms Symptoms of ectopic pregnancy. Symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy usually develop between the 4th and 12th weeks of pregnancy. Some women don't have any symptoms at first. They may not find out they have an ectopic pregnancy until an early scan shows the problem or they develop more serious symptoms later on.
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Treatment If an ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed early but active monitoring isn't suitable, treatment with a medicine called methotrexate may be recommended. This works by stopping the pregnancy from growing and is given as a single injection into your buttocks.
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Ectopic Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms With an ectopic pregnancy, you may have abdominal or lower back pain. You might experience some vaginal spotting or bleeding. You might be dizzy or faint. Your blood pressure might be low. You may experience other symptoms of pregnancy, including nausea.
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Symptoms Ectopic pregnancy - Symptoms. Symptoms of ectopic pregnancy. Symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy usually develop between the 4th and 12th weeks of pregnancy. Some women don't have any symptoms at first. They may not find out they have an ectopic pregnancy until an early scan shows the problem or they develop more serious symptoms later on.
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Ectopic Pregnancy Pregnancy after Ectopic Pregnancy. You can have a normal pregnancy after an ectopic pregnancy. If you still have both fallopian tubes, you have a 60 percent chance of having a successful pregnancy in the future. Even if one fallopian tube was removed, the remaining one should be enough to let you get pregnant again.
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Ectopic Pregnancy Ectopic pregnancy occurs when your fertilized egg implants somewhere outside the uterus--usually the fallopian tube--and begins growing. (Ectopic means out of place.) Typically this happens if your fallopian tube is blocked by scar tissue or has an abnormality.
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Ectopic Pregnancy Probably the most dangerous cause for bleeding during the 1st trimester is an ectopic pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy occurs when your fertilized egg implants somewhere outside the uterus--usually the fallopian tube--and begins growing. (Ectopic means out of place.) Typically this happens if your fallopian tube is blocked by scar tissue or has an abnormality. Eventually the abnormal pregnancy will grow and could cause the tube to rupture; if this occurs, severe abdominal pain and bleeding will result. Most ectopic pregnancies are diagnosed in time to prevent this, but in the United States the condition still causes about 50 deaths a year.
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Ectopic pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilised egg attaches itself outside the cavity of the uterus (womb). The majority of ectopic pregnancies are found in the Fallopian tubes. In rare cases, the egg attaches itself in one of the ovaries, the cervix (neck of the womb) or another organ within the pelvis. An ectopic pregnancy is not usually capable of surviving and in most instances an embryo is not developed.
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Medical Illustrations A major concern with an ectopic pregnancy is internal bleeding. If there is any doubt, seek medical attention promptly. Pain is usually the first symptom of an ectopic pregnancy. The pain is usually sharp and stabbing.
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Symptoms You may have an ectopic pregnancy if you miss a period, have a positive pregnancy test and/or have other signs of pregnancy, in addition to any of the symptoms listed below.
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Ectopic Pregnancy Case Study Ectopic Pregnancy Case Study. Ectopic pregnancy is the abnormal implantation of a fertilized ovum anywhere outside the uterine cavity or normal site of implantation. This is one of the most common complications of pregnancy during the first trimester.
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- The vast majority of ectopic pregnancies implant in the fallopian tubes. During a tubal pregnancy, the fetus can never be born alive. If it were to keep growing, the small fallopian tube would ultimately burst, likely before the end of the first trimester. And if an ectopic pregnancy ruptures, the mother can suffer from serious and life-threatening complications.
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Reproductive System Problems of the Ovaries and Fallopian Tubes. 1  Ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg, or zygote, doesn't travel into the uterus, but instead grows rapidly in the fallopian tube. A woman with this condition can develop severe abdominal pain and should see a doctor because surgery may be necessary.
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pregnancy The uterine lining will shed during an ectopic pregnancy. An embryo that implants outside of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tubes, will not develop into a viable pregnancy. Vaginal bleeding can be an early symptom of ectopic pregnancy.
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Overview Ectopic pregnancy. Definition. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than the main cavity of the uterus. Pregnancy begins with a fertilized egg. Normally, the fertilized egg attaches itself to the lining of the uterus. An ectopic pregnancy most often occurs in one of the tubes that carry eggs from the ovaries to the uterus (fallopian tubes). This type of ectopic pregnancy is known as a tubal pregnancy.
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Ectopic pregnancy An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that occurs outside the womb (uterus). It is life-threatening to the mother. In most pregnancies, the fertilized egg travels through the fallopian tube to the womb (uterus). If the movement of the egg is blocked or slowed through the tubes, it can lead to an ectopic pregnancy. Things that may cause this problem include: 1  Birth defect in the fallopian tubes.  Scarring after a ruptured appendix.
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- An ectopic pregnancy usually occurs when the embryo implants in one of the fallopian tubes instead of the uterus. This is why doctors sometimes call it a tubal pregnancy. In rare cases, the embryo attaches to an ovary or other organ in the abdomen.
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Ectopic Pregnancy In diagnosing an ectopic pregnancy, the doctor will most likely administer a blood test to check the level of the pregnancy hormone hCG. You may also have a vaginal exam and an ultrasound to check for an enlarged fallopian tube and the presence of an abnormal pregnancy.