Patient's question:
Female, 30 years old. My husband and I have been actively trying to conceive. A few weeks ago, I discovered I was pregnant using a pregnancy test, and just like a normal pregnancy, my period stopped. However, my HCG levels are very low. The doctor suspects it might be an ectopic pregnancy. I am very worried now. How can I tell if it's an ectopic pregnancy or threatened miscarriage?Doctor's answer:
Currently pregnant, it is recommended to dynamically draw blood to check β-hCG and progesterone levels, combined with ultrasound examination results to make a judgment. The blood β-hCG rise is slow, with a significant increase often less than 66% within 48 hours, and progesterone P < 25 ng/ml (or < 78.0 nmol/L) suggests a high possibility of ectopic pregnancy. Different causes lead to different symptoms, and patients need to go to a formal Grade 3A hospital as soon as possible for systematic and standardized examination to receive symptomatic treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a regular schedule, take precautions against cold and keep warm, eat light and soft foods, ensure good ventilation, and drink plenty of hot water.