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by EPT Host 22
Fri Aug 09, 2019 4:07 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Scar hurting 10 months later
Replies: 1
Views: 1314

Re: Scar hurting 10 months later

Hi Laura1991, I'm so sorry to hear that you are having pain from the scar left from the surgery. Because scar tissue forms after surgery, it is possible that we feel this tissue in different ways, even well beyond the operation, where we wouldn't have noticed that spot previously. However, not being...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Jul 12, 2019 2:05 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: LISTEN TO YOUR BODY
Replies: 1
Views: 1956

Re: LISTEN TO YOUR BODY

Hi Nicole, I'm so sorry to hear of everything that you have gone through and that you have suffered this loss and trauma. You've been through so much in a short period, and I encourage you to keep looking after yourself and taking it easy. The healing ahead of you is both physical and emotional, and...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Jul 05, 2019 2:42 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: methotrexate
Replies: 2
Views: 1768

Re: methotrexate

Hi dlm08, I am so very sorry to hear that you are experiencing another ectopic pregnancy and loss. I also experienced two ectopics and was treated with methotrexate with my second. In addition to the Trust's website, which Sayrian mentioned in their post, I encourage you to look after yourself and c...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Jun 21, 2019 2:30 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Just diagnosed, help please
Replies: 3
Views: 2342

Re: Just diagnosed, help please

Hi Loops, I am so sorry that you are going through this worrying time and suffering this ectopic pregnancy and loss. In regards to your situation and expectant management, when your hCG levels fall below 5mIU/m you are then considered no longer pregnant. It is difficult to say how long it takes for ...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Jun 21, 2019 2:19 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Left in the dark
Replies: 1
Views: 1328

Re: Left in the dark

Hi Wildchild100, I am so sorry that you've had to suffer this ectopic pregnancy and loss. It is a physical and emotional trauma that can leave us with many questions and emotions. I'm not medically qualified to provide you advise specifically on the adhesions or the consultant's determination on the...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Jun 21, 2019 2:09 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Continuous bleeding after surgery for ectopic pregnancy
Replies: 1
Views: 1330

Re: Continuous bleeding after surgery for ectopic pregnancy

Hi Rebel06, I'm so sorry to hear that you've suffered an ectopic pregnancy and loss. It is very normal to experience changes to our bodies following these pregnancies and additionally, after surgery. Typically, there is bleeding which occurs directly after the surgery, which is not the period. Some ...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Jun 07, 2019 12:37 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: I recently had surgery to remove my ectopic pregnancy
Replies: 1
Views: 1561

Re: I recently had surgery to remove my ectopic pregnancy

Hi JLivings, My heart desperately goes out to you. We are so sorry you have suffered so much and you are not alone - we are all here and will do our best to help you through as friends. First, it's so important to know there is nothing you did to cause ectopic pregnancy, nor is there anything we can...
by EPT Host 22
Fri May 31, 2019 11:52 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Pregnant and scared after Ectopic
Replies: 1
Views: 1415

Re: Pregnant and scared after Ectopic

Hi Arbf1, A whispered congratulations. Many women feel anxious about future pregnancies after suffering ectopic pregnancies. I did and still do. It is very good that you have your early scanned booked, and that you will be looked after very soon. I know it's easier said than done, but as much as you...
by EPT Host 22
Thu May 16, 2019 6:16 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: I know this is nothing new
Replies: 5
Views: 3283

Re: I know this is nothing new

Hi MaddyB, I am sorry for the difficult time you have been through and that you've experienced an ectopic pregnancy. Women often feel frustrated with their bodies after the ordeal of ectopic pregnancy. No matter what the surrounding circumstances, it is not your fault. Hearing about other people's p...
by EPT Host 22
Fri May 10, 2019 2:34 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Overweight and older
Replies: 1
Views: 1443

Re: Overweight and older

Hi Princessjo25, My heart goes out to you. You've been through so much in a short period of time. Each baby loss we experience is a traumatic event - physically and emotionally. We at the Trust believe that talking through what happened and your emotions as and when you can help the healing process....
by EPT Host 22
Fri May 10, 2019 10:38 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: 2 weeks post surgery, milk coming in. Common?
Replies: 1
Views: 1400

Re: 2 weeks post surgery, milk coming in. Common?

Dear sj710, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. Unfortunately, I am not medically trained and without your medical notes, it is very difficult to comment on individual cases. I have not had experience with your symptoms following an ectopic pregnancy and it may be worth speakin...
by EPT Host 22
Fri May 10, 2019 10:35 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Small update since last appt. Still no further forward!
Replies: 1
Views: 1411

Re: Small update since last appt. Still no further forward!

Hi Anxiouslywaiting89, I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this worrying time. I know how frustrating the waiting and not knowing can be. I'm not medically qualified so am unable to comment on your specific situation. However, it's very reassuring to hear that they are continuing to mon...
by EPT Host 22
Fri May 10, 2019 10:28 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: I’m scared :(
Replies: 4
Views: 2820

Re: I’m scared :(

Hi Anwilliams18, I'm so sorry to hear that you are experiencing an ectopic pregnancy. It can be a confusing time, and I will do my best to help. Everyone is different in how they respond to methotrexate and how long it takes for the HCG levels to come down. You can read a bit more on the Trust's web...
by EPT Host 22
Fri May 10, 2019 10:24 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Post surgery swollen belly
Replies: 7
Views: 4063

Re: Post surgery swollen belly

Hi Spainectopic, I'm so very sorry to hear that you've gone through an ectopic pregnancy and loss. I too had surgery for one of my ectopics. Recovery time is very unique for each woman. Your surgery is very recent and It can take some time for your body to go back to a more normal state. Recovery fr...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Apr 26, 2019 1:28 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: another ectopic
Replies: 2
Views: 1816

Re: another ectopic

Hi Nicole2019, I am so sorry that you are going through this worrying situation. I know how anxious it can be trying to conceive after an ectopic pregnancy and with subsequent pregnancies. It feels unfair that we have this extra worry. It's good that you are going to the EPU for some reassurance. Th...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Apr 26, 2019 1:20 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Constant dull niggle in ectopic site after resolved ectopic
Replies: 3
Views: 2673

Re: Constant dull niggle in ectopic site after resolved ecto

Hi Wishful, I'm so very sorry to hear that you've gone through an ectopic pregnancy and loss. Recovery time is very unique for each woman. It can be very normal to feel pains after surgery for ectopic pregnancy. The pain you are feeling could be due to your body healing or as a result of adhesions o...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Apr 26, 2019 1:17 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Trying to conceive
Replies: 6
Views: 4398

Re: Trying to conceive

Hi Leila06, I’m so sorry that you’ve suffered an ectopic pregnancy and loss. It can leave us with many questions and I’ll do my best to help. Recovery from an ectopic pregnancy can take some time and is very individual. As much as I wish I could give you more certainty, as we are so unique, I am afr...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Mar 29, 2019 11:53 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Periods after ectopic
Replies: 1
Views: 1422

Re: Periods after ectopic

Hi Charlotte215, I'm sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, and while I'm not medically qualified to comment on your particular situation, I will do my best to help. It is very normal to bleed after treatment for ectopic pregnancy. As you mentioned, the bleed that occurs in the first week...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Mar 22, 2019 6:14 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Day 17 after Methotrexate: flu has hit me.
Replies: 2
Views: 1967

Re: Day 17 after Methotrexate: flu has hit me.

Hi Glory, I'm so sorry to hear you are feeling unwell, on top of everything. As I'm not a medical professional, I can not advise anything beyond what your nurse has said. However, lots of rest and fluids are always a good thing especially after all you've been through. Certainly, if you are feeling ...
by EPT Host 22
Fri Mar 22, 2019 6:10 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Bloating 7 weeks after ectopic surgery
Replies: 1
Views: 1849

Re: Bloating 7 weeks after ectopic surgery

Hi LavaLamp2019, I'm so sorry you are going through this and how hard it can be to recover when we don't feel ourselves or 'back to normal'. It's very good that you've reached out to your GP to be seen, especially as it is causing you concern. Each person's recovery is so unique and it takes our bod...