Patient's question:
Is ectopic pregnancy necessarily a hospital stay? My last menstrual period was on December 25th, and I haven't had one for half a month. Today, I had vaginal bleeding. Do I need to be hospitalized?Doctor's answer:
If you have sexual activity, the first consideration is pregnancy. Vaginal bleeding after a 6-week menstrual period could indeed be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy. If a thorough examination confirms it is an ectopic pregnancy, you must be hospitalized. Ectopic pregnancy can even be life-threatening. Patients with ectopic pregnancy can, while understanding the need for symptomatic treatment, use folk remedies as supplementary treatment in daily life. In daily diet, it is essential to avoid being overly hungry or overly full, and never overeat or binge drink.