Patient's question:
I think I'm pregnant, but I've been having abdominal pain. I'm worried it might be an ectopic pregnancy. What are the characteristics of ectopic pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Ectopic pregnancy can also cause a second missed period. Most women will have a missed period of 6 to 8 weeks, while some patients may not have a noticeable missed period at all. Abdominal pain mainly refers to the sudden sensation of sharp pain in one side of the lower abdomen, accompanied by symptoms such as nausea and vomiting. In severe cases, it can lead to fainting and shock, primarily caused by acute tearing in the abdominal cavity.