Patient's question:
Today I went with my friend for a thorough check-up, and the doctor said there might be a possibility of an ectopic pregnancy. I want to ask, what are the symptoms of ectopic pregnancy that can be identified? If they can be identified, what are the common symptoms that can be detected?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the symptoms of ectopic pregnancy first involve a history of missed periods. After the missed period, there may be vaginal bleeding and irregular lower abdominal pain. Generally, it is not easy to diagnose ectopic pregnancy based on clinical manifestations alone. Clinical symptoms combined with ultrasound are necessary for a proper diagnosis. Additionally, patients with ectopic pregnancy often exhibit poor HCG doubling and low progesterone levels. If, after 40 days of missed periods, a gestational sac is still not visible on ultrasound, ectopic pregnancy should be highly suspected.