Patient's question:
My good friend is a woman, 27 years old. My close friend almost died from an ectopic pregnancy a while ago, but thankfully, she received timely medical treatment and recovered. I would like to know, what are the early symptoms of ectopic pregnancy? What does the early symptom of ectopic pregnancy look like?Doctor's answer:
The common cause of ectopic pregnancy is the downward displacement of an intrauterine device (IUD), but it is not an ectopic pregnancy. In the early stages, ectopic pregnancy does not show significant symptoms, mainly characterized by pain on one side of the lower abdomen. It is recommended that if you have an IUD and your period does not arrive after one week, first perform a urine test to rule out pregnancy. If pregnant, it is advised to have an ultrasound at 40 days of amenorrhea to confirm whether the pregnancy is intrauterine. Lastly, in daily life, it is important to maintain a good mood, as a positive attitude is very helpful for recovery from the illness.