Patient's question:
I have been married to my husband for 2 years, and we haven't decided to have a child yet. Yesterday, when we had sexual intercourse again, we didn't use breastfeeding protection, and I took emergency contraception. I am aware of the side effects of emergency contraception, but I noticed that my lower body was chafed in the afternoon. I'm afraid it might be an ectopic pregnancy. I want to know if emergency contraception can cause ectopic pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Taking emergency contraception pills will never cause an ectopic pregnancy. Repeated induced abortions can easily lead to ectopic pregnancy. Women with a history of ectopic pregnancy are more likely to experience it again on the opposite fallopian tube. Chronic pelvic inflammatory disease causes the lumen to narrow, and the surrounding tissues become completely adhesed and twisted, preventing the fertilized egg from reaching the uterine cavity and leading to ectopic pregnancy in the fallopian tube. Ectopic pregnancy is a very serious condition. It is recommended that patients seek immediate treatment and follow the doctor's advice for symptomatic treatment. At the same time, pay attention to self-care, maintain a proper diet, and avoid worsening the condition.