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- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 23, 2019 12:33 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: 2nd pregnancy ectopic
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1920
Hi Christina1753, 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 afraid there isn't a timeframe as such. It’s important to remember that there is nothing you could have done to prevent the ect...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 09, 2019 4:37 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Struggling with Self-Esteem after ectopic
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3681
Hi Elle_kf, My heart goes out to you, and I'm so sorry that you've had to suffer this ectopic pregnancy and loss. The trauma that we suffer is both physical and emotional, and each of us recovers in our times and our ways. It is understandable you are experiencing PTSD, and it is good to know that y...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 09, 2019 4:27 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Expectant Management or Methotrexate?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2219
Hi Pammy3, I'm so sorry to hear all that you have been going through this week. You've been through so much, and now are sitting with options which may not have clear cut answers. Not being medically qualified, I cannot suggest a specific pathway for you. As you'll see on these boards, some women ha...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 09, 2019 4:12 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Day After Surgery
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1318
Hi Kate_1811, I'm so sorry to hear that you've suffered through an ectopic pregnancy and loss. You've been through a lot over the past week, and this is both a physical and emotional trauma. Especially having gone through surgery, it is so important to look after yourself and your recovery. As I'm n...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 09, 2019 4:07 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Scar hurting 10 months later
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1316
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: 2017
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: 1776
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: 2348
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: 1332
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: 1334
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: 1564
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: 1422
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: 3299
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: 1445
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: 1406
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: 1420
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: 2828
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: 4085
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: 1818
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: 2676
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...
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