Patient's question:
I think I might be pregnant. My period has been delayed for half a month, and I've been feeling very sleepy and slightly loss of appetite. However, there's been some bleeding down there, and my lower abdomen also hurts a bit. I went to the hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said it was an ectopic pregnancy. I can't believe it. Could you please tell me how to properly conduct and handle the examination for ectopic pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Hello, ectopic pregnancy is called a tubal pregnancy when the fertilized egg implants and grows outside the uterine cavity. Ectopic pregnancy also exhibits the same early pregnancy symptoms as normal early pregnancy, such as missed periods, nausea, fatigue, dry heaves, aversion to greasy food, changes in taste, and salivation. In addition to other symptoms like vaginal bleeding and abdominal pain, it is important to seek medical treatment promptly once ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed, especially in terms of care. It is recommended that patients avoid sexual activity during treatment and pay close attention to hygiene. Finally, we wish female patients a speedy recovery!