Patient's question:
Friend has been saying lower abdominal pain these days. Because of dysmenorrhea, it was thought to be menstrual pain. Later, it turned out to be ectopic pregnancy. What are the differences between ectopic pregnancy pain and dysmenorrhea?Doctor's answer:
The pain of ectopic pregnancy is different from regular menstrual cramps. Ectopic pregnancy is first characterized by a history of missed periods, while menstrual cramps typically occur during the menstrual period, usually starting on the first day of menstruation and may gradually improve afterward. In ectopic pregnancy, the pain can persist continuously or suddenly become severe abdominal pain. Ectopic pregnancy is often accompanied by irregular vaginal bleeding, whereas menstrual cramps are normal menstrual periods, showing a clear distinction.