Patient's question:
I am five weeks pregnant, and this morning I felt a heavy, aching pain in my lower left abdomen. Additionally, there was some bleeding from my vagina, and it felt like it wouldn't stop. I haven't fallen, bumped, taken any medication, or eaten anything that could have caused an upset stomach, so it shouldn't be a miscarriage, right? I've heard that bleeding during pregnancy could be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy. Right now, I don't know if it's an ectopic pregnancy. Hello, what are the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
General symptoms of ectopic pregnancy are indeed abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding, but threatened miscarriage often presents with similar symptoms as well. Given your current condition, it is strongly recommended that you immediately seek medical evaluation. Confirmation of ectopic pregnancy can be done through ultrasound and blood tests. Ectopic pregnancy is very dangerous, so it is crucial to rest in bed strictly at this moment. During the examination, it is also advisable to use a wheelchair to prevent excessive bleeding.