Patient's question:
I don't know if I'm pregnant either. My period hasn't come for a while, and there's been irregular bleeding. The blood is also very dark, and my lower abdomen always hurts. Is this ectopic pregnancy? If so, please ask: What are the early symptoms of ectopic pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Hello, ectopic pregnancy is a type of tubal pregnancy, accounting for 3% to 5% of all pregnancies in women. Similar to normal pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy often presents with a missed period and can be detected through early pregnancy tests and blood hCG tests. MRI may reveal the absence of a gestational sac within the uterine cavity, with possible fluid accumulation in the pelvis and echogenic areas resembling a gestational sac in the adnexal region. Symptoms include abdominal pain and irregular vaginal bleeding. If an ectopic pregnancy ruptures, it can lead to acute abdomen, potentially causing fainting and shock. Ectopic pregnancy is a common gynecological condition that can easily recur. During medication, women need to pay attention to self-care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is recommended that patients maintain clean external genitalia and change underwear frequently. We wish female patients a speedy recovery.