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by EPT Host 20
Tue Jan 08, 2019 9:04 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Misdiagnosed ectopic over a year ago and I’m still upset?
Replies: 2
Views: 1734

Re: Misdiagnosed ectopic over a year ago and I’m still upset

Dear Megan, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. You have been through a huge amount and it is very normal to feel overwhelmed. From your words, I can imagine how frightening the experience must have been and I am sorry you have had to go though this. After a frightening ordeal ...
by EPT Host 20
Sun Jan 06, 2019 11:11 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Don’t know where to start!
Replies: 6
Views: 3718

Re: Don’t know where to start!

Dear Frankie1984, 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 ...
by EPT Host 20
Sun Jan 06, 2019 11:00 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Abdominal Pain after first period with MTX
Replies: 1
Views: 1236

Re: Abdominal Pain after first period with MTX

Dear Adobbs, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, Experiencing some pain after an ectopic pregnancy is normal as your body has been through a great deal over the last few months. Your body may be preparing to ovulate and many women experience ovulation pain when they did not bef...
by EPT Host 20
Sun Jan 06, 2019 10:55 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: HCG increasing after Ectopic 1 month ago..
Replies: 16
Views: 9847

Re: HCG increasing after Ectopic 1 month ago..

Dear Ka414, As you have had a recent positive pregnancy test, I would suggest contacting your EPU to organise an early pregnancy scan. If you are unable to self refer contact your GP as soon as possible so they can organise this for you. Sadly I do have to remind you that if you experience any abdom...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Jan 02, 2019 6:49 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: feeling lost
Replies: 2
Views: 1660

Re: feeling lost

Dear EPUWO, 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. It doesn't make the whole process any ea...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Jan 02, 2019 6:40 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Confused HELP
Replies: 17
Views: 8748

Re: Confused HELP

Dear Megan18, 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. We have more information on our website about treatment with methotrexate: https://www.ectopic.org.uk/patien...
by EPT Host 20
Sun Dec 30, 2018 7:05 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Hot yoga after treatment & feeling dizzy
Replies: 2
Views: 1898

Re: Hot yoga after treatment & feeling dizzy

Dear Briz, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, It is still very early in the stages of your recovery and I would suggest taking things a little easier. While I appreciate that feeling of wanting to "get back to normal", you have done exactly the right thing in asking ...
by EPT Host 20
Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:28 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Depression 3 months after ectopic pregnancy, is it normal?
Replies: 5
Views: 3130

Re: Depression 3 months after ectopic pregnancy, is it norma

Dear Fiona33, 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 (planned or not). Experiencing any one...
by EPT Host 20
Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:22 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Multiple eptopic pregnancies
Replies: 5
Views: 2881

Re: Multiple eptopic pregnancies

Dear April, 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. Unfortunately we are a UK based charity so it is very difficult for us to comment on normal practice within ...
by EPT Host 20
Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:14 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Bleeding and pain right after tube removal for ectopic
Replies: 2
Views: 1676

Re: Bleeding and pain right after tube removal for ectopic

Dear Kecto, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, As EctopicPUL has mentioned, It is normal to experience some pain as you recover over the next few weeks. The discomfort and any bruising should reduce over the next few weeks and I would suggest taking the pain relief that has be...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Dec 26, 2018 11:43 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Being vile to my husband
Replies: 3
Views: 2210

Re: Being vile to my husband

Dear Yasdnil, 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 or...
by EPT Host 20
Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:18 am
Forum: Main Board
Topic: My recent loss and questions
Replies: 4
Views: 5202

Re: My recent loss and questions

Dear pestka, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, With a salpingotomy (ie removing the pregnancy and leaving the tube), there is a very small risk that some of the pregnancy remains in the tube and you should have blood tests to monitor hCG levels as they decrease and see the pr...
by EPT Host 20
Thu Dec 20, 2018 8:47 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: What to expect after EP surgery
Replies: 5
Views: 3124

Re: What to expect after EP surgery

Dear Chloe2018, 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
Thu Dec 20, 2018 8:41 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Christmas cheers and EP
Replies: 8
Views: 4709

Re: Christmas cheers and EP

Dear aphroditie, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, I am glad you are planning a cosy Christmas, it is important you take time to look after yourself at this time. As you didn't have methotrexate, there is no reason why you shouldn't have a Christmas drink. We will be here for...
by EPT Host 20
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:50 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Unexpected Emotions
Replies: 9
Views: 5075

Re: Unexpected Emotions

Dear aboldin, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, Whilst feelings of grief are still only natural following ectopic pregnancy, if you feel the down days are outweighing the bad, we at the Trust believe that talking through what happened and your emotions as and when you can hel...
by EPT Host 20
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:42 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Shoulder pain after 2 months
Replies: 4
Views: 2805

Re: Shoulder pain after 2 months

Dear Sonia, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss and continued discomfort. Shoulder tip pain can be common post surgery but usually settles quite quickly. Sadly I am not medically trained so would always advise discussing any continued pain with your GP. Taking regular over the c...
by EPT Host 20
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:35 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Struggling after going back to work 7 weeks on
Replies: 5
Views: 3293

Re: Struggling after going back to work 7 weeks on

Dear Laura1991, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss 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...
by EPT Host 20
Mon Dec 17, 2018 7:27 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Pain post expectant management - cyst?
Replies: 8
Views: 4770

Re: Pain post expectant management - cyst?

Dear EctopicPUL, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss and continued pain. I have provided some information on expectant management but this sometimes can be a little difficult to read so apologies in advance and we will be here to answer any further questions you may have or for ...
by EPT Host 20
Wed Dec 12, 2018 6:37 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: A happy ending!
Replies: 2
Views: 1816

Re: A happy ending!

Dear Lily123, Congratulations on the safe arrival of your precious daughter. Thank you for taking the time to share your brilliant news and giving hope to so many. Sending much love, Karen x ********************************************************************************************** If we have bee...
by EPT Host 20
Tue Dec 11, 2018 8:01 pm
Forum: Main Board
Topic: Is it implantion bleeding ?
Replies: 1
Views: 1154

Re: Is it implantion bleeding ?

Dear Jennifer kay, If you took the pregnancy test around the time you were expecting a period and it was negative, I am sorry to say that you probably aren't pregnant this time. Whilst a lighter period is usually nothing to worry about, if you experience any abdominal pain and/or unusual bleeding, p...