Patient's question:
I had surgery on November 1st, and when I was discharged, my blood HCG was over 40. Two days ago, I had a re-examination, and my blood HCG was 7. Is it no longer necessary to have follow-up tests from now on? During the re-examination, I also had a transvaginal ultrasound, and the results were good, with no fluid accumulation. The doctor recommended that I undergo physical therapy (infrared therapy) and enemas. I’m unsure whether I should do this. He said that ectopic pregnancies are caused by inflammation. But my husband says I didn’t have a thorough examination—how can we know if it’s inflammation? Can I have a thorough examination now, or should I just proceed with the physical therapy and enemas? Will undergoing physical therapy and enemas affect future fertility? I haven’t had children yet. Can I postpone the physical therapy for a while, perhaps around the New Year? Will that make a difference? I’m currently taking Compound Xiangxiang Tuerfeng Granules and Twenty-Five-Taste Guigou Pills. Thank you, doctor.Doctor's answer:
After laparoscopic surgery for ectopic pregnancy, if the incision heals well and there is no fluid accumulation in the pelvis, physical therapy and enemas are not necessary. In clinical practice, we rarely recommend physical therapy post-surgery.Advice: If the incision heals well and there is no fluid accumulation in the pelvis after laparoscopic surgery for ectopic pregnancy, physical therapy and enemas are not required. Clinically, physical therapy is rarely recommended post-surgery. For severe ectopic pregnancy cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible and follow the doctor's guidance for early treatment. Avoid blindly relying on advertisements or over-the-counter medications, as this may worsen the condition. The above advice is for reference only. We hope this information helps you. Thank you.