Patient's question:
The day before yesterday there was bleeding, and it was quite a lot. Yesterday the doctor prescribed medication for maintaining the pregnancy, and today I also received an injection for maintaining the pregnancy! The bleeding has clearly increased, but it's only a little bit, just a little bit. However, I often have some abdominal pain, but it's not too noticeable. Is it getting better after taking the medication for maintaining the pregnancy not a sign of an ectopic pregnancy? Is it not an ectopic pregnancy if the condition improves after taking the medication for maintaining the pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Firstly, in recent years, with the decline in the incidence of pelvic inflammatory disease, the risk of ectopic pregnancy has also increased. However, it remains a relatively uncommon condition. Currently, after taking medication to support fetal development and observing gradual reduction in bleeding, it does not necessarily mean you do not have ectopic pregnancy. To confirm whether it is not ectopic pregnancy, the most accurate method is to undergo an ultrasound examination. Blood tests can also be used, but since you have not obtained the results of the blood test, it remains uncertain. You can carefully monitor your condition for a few days. If severe abdominal pain suddenly reappears and bleeding significantly increases, you should immediately go to the hospital for follow-up treatment. For patients, if the ectopic pregnancy condition is severe, timely symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication are necessary. Otherwise, it may lead to recurrence of ectopic pregnancy. Additionally, patients should maintain a proper diet and stay in a positive mood. The answers to the above questions can assist everyone.