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by EPT Host 20
Mon Jun 24, 2019 9:26 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: 2 Weeks post ectopic after IVF
Replies: 1
Views: 1254

Re: 2 Weeks post ectopic after IVF

Dear Nicole_Thomp, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and losses. To experience one loss is difficult, to deal with multiple losses is heartbreaking and my heart truly goes out to you. The feelings you describe are very understandable. You have had so much to process in a very small tim...
by EPT Host 20
Sun Jun 16, 2019 8:38 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Expectant management pregnancy unknown location
Replies: 12
Views: 10215

Re: Expectant management pregnancy unknown location

Dear Katiep65, I am so sorry to hear of the difficult time you are going through. If scans are inconclusive, doctors would carry out a series of blood tests to check hCG levels to see if the numbers are rising as expected. However, in isolation, hCG tests only provide a part of the picture - declini...
by EPT Host 20
Sun Jun 16, 2019 8:27 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Returning to work after ectopic pregnancy.
Replies: 4
Views: 3080

Re: Returning to work after ectopic pregnancy.

Dear Woolens35, Surgery is an immense ordeal for the body to go through. In general, after about six weeks you should be able to return to most jobs from a physical point of view. However, if your role involves manual handling, we suggest that it would be sensible to have a phased approach, gently b...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Jun 12, 2019 7:39 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: I had both methotrexate and surgery - what to expect now?
Replies: 1
Views: 1508

Re: I had both methotrexate and surgery - what to expect now

Dear zmc88, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, and the stressful time you have been through. Experiencing an ectopic pregnancy is a huge ordeal and you are in the early stages of recovery. Your body needs time to heal from your surgery which is in itself a gruelling task. You ...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Jun 12, 2019 7:25 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Ectopic with mirena coil and endo... recovery help!
Replies: 1
Views: 1408

Re: Ectopic with mirena coil and endo... recovery help!

Dear L, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. The coil does not increase the risk of ectopic pregnancy but in the rare chance of you becoming pregnant with a coil, the risk of ectopic pregnancy increases. I am unaware of any complications regarding the coil and methotrexate. It i...
by EPT Host 20
Tue Jun 11, 2019 5:01 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Hcg levels plateau after methotrxate injection
Replies: 1
Views: 1378

Re: Hcg levels plateau after methotrxate injection

Dear LisaDG, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, I am afraid it is difficult to predict how long it will take for your hormone levels reach non-pregnant levels. As we are all individual, our bodies respond differently to the drug and it depends on factors like how high levels r...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Jun 05, 2019 8:09 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Cervical ectopic
Replies: 2
Views: 1663

Re: Cervical ectopic

Dear Trixie229, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. As I'm sure you have been told by your drs, cervical ectopic pregnancies are very rare. If you are having your surgery tomorrow, I presume the ectopic pregnancy was found, before it has become an emergency from a rupture. I kn...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Jun 05, 2019 7:59 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Looking for hope
Replies: 5
Views: 3481

Re: Looking for hope

Dear gemb9, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. To experience one loss is difficult, to deal with multiple losses is heartbreaking and my heart truly goes out to you. I too found that the emotional impact of everything hit once I'd been discharged from hospital and I was starti...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Jun 05, 2019 7:52 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Feeling lost
Replies: 2
Views: 1801

Re: Feeling lost

Dear Asilv17 and woolens35, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancies and losses, to experience one loss is difficult, to deal with multiple losses is heartbreaking and my heart truly goes out to you both. We do hear from many women who have successful pregnancies following multiple losses s...
by EPT Host 20
Mon Jun 03, 2019 7:27 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Recovery after ectopic surgery.
Replies: 4
Views: 2899

Re: Recovery after ectopic surgery.

Dear woolens35, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, Experiencing an ectopic pregnancy is a huge ordeal and you are in the early stages of recovery. Your body needs time to heal from your surgery which is in itself a gruelling task. You have also had to process the loss of your ...
by EPT Host 20
Wed May 29, 2019 9:00 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Emotionally Recovering from Ectopic Vs. Miscarriage
Replies: 4
Views: 3130

Re: Emotionally Recovering from Ectopic Vs. Miscarriage

Dear Camaron, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. When we experience ectopic pregnancy, we are suddenly faced with a life threatening emergency and it's treatment, reduction in fertility, concerns about the future and the loss of our babies. Experiencing any one of these is an ...
by EPT Host 20
Wed May 29, 2019 8:44 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Period after methotrexate for ectopic
Replies: 1
Views: 5512

Re: Period after methotrexate for ectopic

Dear PB17, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, Your periods can take a while to re-establish and they can re-start once hCG levels have fallen below about 100mIU/mL and most women find that their period arrives some time in the four weeks after their hCG levels have fallen to 0...
by EPT Host 20
Wed May 29, 2019 8:34 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Counselling in Kent/Medway/Swale
Replies: 2
Views: 1834

Re: Counselling in Kent/Medway/Swale

Dear Buddy071, As we are a charity, we cannot advise specific counsellors. I would advise talking to your GP surgery to ask about local counselling in your area. The charity Mind may also be of assistance. They have local centres and support groups and can offer services on a means-tested basis or s...
by EPT Host 20
Wed May 29, 2019 8:31 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Missed period, bfn... scared.
Replies: 1
Views: 1594

Re: Missed period, bfn... scared.

Dear lavaLamp2019, Sadly I am not medically trained so cannot give you specific advice on your symptoms. Doctors normally consider menstrual cycles of between 23-42 days to be within normal parameters. If you have not had your expected period, we would advise retesting, using an early morning urine ...
by EPT Host 20
Wed May 29, 2019 8:28 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Af due today bfp 2 ectopics
Replies: 1
Views: 2754

Re: Af due today bfp 2 ectopics

Dear More2come, Whispered congratulations on your pregnancy, I am keeping everything crossed this is a smooth journey for you. Please do not forget to book in for your early pregnancy scan at around 6 weeks. Sending much love and positive thoughts, Karen x The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust Registered Char...
by EPT Host 20
Wed May 29, 2019 8:24 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: 7 weeks post emergency surgery
Replies: 1
Views: 1420

Re: 7 weeks post emergency surgery

Dear Pipb, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and losses. To experience one loss is difficult to deal with multiple losses is heartbreaking and my heart truly goes out to you. When we experience ectopic pregnancy we are suddenly faced with a life threatening emergency and it's treatment...
by EPT Host 20
Sun May 26, 2019 10:07 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Is this another ectopic pregnancy ?
Replies: 2
Views: 2041

Re: Is this another ectopic pregnancy ?

Dear Rachel3, Whispered congratulations on your pregnancy. I am glad to hear you have a scan booked, however although I do not wish to alarm you, given that you have had a previous ectopic pregnancy, if you are currently feeling pain, I would seek urgent medical advice. You can do this by calling yo...
by EPT Host 20
Sun May 26, 2019 9:58 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Recent Ectopic pregnancy
Replies: 33
Views: 21194

Re: Recent Ectopic pregnancy

Dear Jen, Congratulations on your pregnancy, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your good news and giving hope to so many. Sending much love, Karen x The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust Registered Charity Number: 1071811 ************************************************************************** ...
by EPT Host 20
Tue May 21, 2019 10:40 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Feeling a little better....
Replies: 1
Views: 1341

Re: Feeling a little better....

Dear buddy071, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, When we experience ectopic pregnancy we are suddenly faced with a life threatening emergency and it's treatment, reduction in fertility, concerns about the future and the loss of our babies. Experiencing any one of these is an ...
by EPT Host 20
Mon May 20, 2019 7:39 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: 3 weeks post op nausea and dizziness
Replies: 2
Views: 1962

Re: 3 weeks post op nausea and dizziness

Dear Salu2005, Experiencing an ectopic pregnancy is a huge ordeal and you are in the early stages of recovery. Your body needs time to heal from your surgery which is in itself a gruelling task. You have also had to process the loss of your baby and been through an immense rollercoaster of emotions ...