Patient's question:
Hello, I am 24 years old. I just got pregnant recently, but I'm afraid of an ectopic pregnancy. I want to ask how long after getting pregnant can an ectopic pregnancy be detected?Doctor's answer:
Usually, it can be carefully checked around the 40th day after the start of menstruation to determine if there is an ectopic pregnancy. Seven days after intercourse, a blood test can diagnose pregnancy. As long as the progesterone level is greater than 15 ng/mL, ectopic pregnancy is not possible. In summary, based on the situation you described. It is approximately 40 days after the menstrual period, according to the results of the ultrasound examination. Signs of ectopic pregnancy: sudden sharp pain in the lower abdomen, but the amount and duration of bleeding vary from person to person. Initially, the bleeding is usually minimal. After the fertilized egg implants in the fallopian tube and ruptures, it may lead to heavy bleeding. In addition to vaginal bleeding, there may also be abdominal swelling and pain. Initially, it is cramping pain in the lower abdomen, and sometimes there may also be a sense of pressure in the rectum.