Patient's question:
Around half a month into pregnancy, the test showed a weak positive! Can an ultrasound detect if it's an ectopic pregnancy? What are the clinical manifestations of ectopic pregnancy? How should it be diagnosed and treated? Lower back and around the navel pain! What kind of display will an ultrasound show? Please experts answer! Thank you!Doctor's answer:
Generally, a B needs to be performed around 50 days of pregnancy to detect it. If it's too early, the fetus hasn't developed enough to reach the uterine cavity, so this situation might just be too early and not necessarily an ectopic pregnancy. It is recommended to check blood hCG and follow up with a B to confirm pregnancy before ruling out the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy.In your case, it is suggested that you wait and see for now. After about a week, you can have a follow-up B to check if a gestational sac can be seen. In some cases where the fertilized egg implants later, it may be delayed. You can also go to the hospital for a blood test to check hCG levels. A blood test can also help rule out the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy. Before a definitive diagnosis is made, it is recommended that you rest in bed, avoid sexual activity, and seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms such as bleeding or abdominal pain.