Patient's question:
Hello:My period should have come on the first of last month, but now I'm pregnant. When and on which date can I have an ultrasound to check if I have an ectopic pregnancy? What are the symptoms of ectopic pregnancy at different stages?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, generally after confirming pregnancy, an ultrasound examination can determine whether it is an ectopic pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy has the following symptoms: women of childbearing age with delayed menstruation, sometimes accompanied by early pregnancy symptoms such as loss of appetite and nausea, indicating pregnancy but suddenly experiencing lower abdominal pain that persists or recurs, which may be accompanied by discomfort such as nausea, vomiting, and rectal pressure. In severe cases, the patient may have pale skin, cold sweat, cold limbs, and even fainting or shock. Some patients may have irregular vaginal bleeding, which is generally less than the amount of a normal menstrual period (note: it is crucial not to mistake this for a menstrual period). Therefore, the typical symptoms of ectopic pregnancy can be summarized as three major symptoms: delayed menstruation, abdominal pain, and vaginal bleeding.