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- by EPT Host 20
- Tue Mar 26, 2019 8:56 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: 1st BFP sadly Ectopic, Methotrexate today, confused & scare
- Replies: 19
- Views: 11474
Dear Kitty2016, It's a shame the hospital levels are 3000 for methotrexate as It is considered a good option when the ‘beta hCG’ level is below 5000 mIU/mL. It is also common that the hCG level often rises on the day four blood test because the action of Methotrexate is not instantaneous, so the cel...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:15 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Recent surgery and recovery
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3277
Dear Lulamcgoo12, 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 t...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:06 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Recovery Time
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1189
Dear Ash90, 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 baby...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Mar 25, 2019 10:00 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Pregnant after etopic worried sick
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3173
Dear Jesse933, That is really positive news, thank you so much for sharing and giving hope to so many. Sending much love and positive thoughts, Karen x The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust Registered Charity Number: 1071811 ************************************************************************** If we have...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Mar 25, 2019 9:57 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: 1st BFP sadly Ectopic, Methotrexate today, confused & scare
- Replies: 19
- Views: 11474
Dear kitty2016, Please remember that your feelings now are completely normal. Use the boards as a place to talk or vent as needed, we are here for you. If you do feel you need further support, we at the Trust believe that talking through what happened and your emotions as and when you can helps the ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Mar 25, 2019 9:52 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Methotrexate injection & separation pains
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2802
Dear bkirsten94, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss and of the difficult time you are going through. Whilst tiredness, nausea and abdominal pain are all side effects of methotrexate injection, yours do sound pretty severe at present. Whilst I do not wish to alarm you, there is ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 24, 2019 8:22 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: 1st BFP sadly Ectopic, Methotrexate today, confused & scare
- Replies: 19
- Views: 11474
Dear Kitty2016, 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
- Sun Mar 24, 2019 8:09 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Can you get pregnant if no period?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1822
Dear Grinstead2019, As EctopicPUL has kindly replied, before having a period you have to ovulate and it is possible to become pregnant without having a proper period first, if you are not using contraception. As a gentle reminder regarding conceiving again, we and many medical professionals advise w...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 24, 2019 8:01 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Pregnant after etopic worried sick
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3173
Dear Jesse933, Whispered congratulations on your pregnancy, After an ectopic pregnancy, finding we are pregnant again can be a mix of emotions and I can completely understand your feeling nervous. It is perfectly normal to feel scared after the ordeal you have endured. I also felt twinges and aches ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 24, 2019 7:55 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Ectopic pregnancy and heartbroken
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3033
Dear Auntjeje+16, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss especially after the difficult time you have already been through. 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, reduction in ...
- by EPT Host 20
- Tue Mar 19, 2019 9:29 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Ovulation/Period after ectopic
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1217
Dear Eport1985, Whilst you have settled into a rhythm that is more usual for you, any number of reasons can cause change in our cycles from stress to weight loss. It may also just be a one off irregularity. If you have had unprotected intercourse, as you have experienced cramping and spotting, I wou...
- by EPT Host 20
- Mon Mar 18, 2019 7:15 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Ovulation
- Replies: 11
- Views: 9068
Dear Lara, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, I am sorry if this is a little difficult to read, the first bleed that occurs after treatment for ectopic pregnancy is not classed as a period. It is the body's response to falling hormone levels because you are sadly no longer pre...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:41 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Feeling nothing after Methotrexate
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3280
Dear KJF, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, I am sorry as this maybe difficult to read but the first bleed that occurs after treatment for ectopic pregnancy is not classed as a period. It is the body's response to falling hormone levels because you are sadly no longer pregnan...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:32 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Ectopic Journey, Parents don't know about it
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2850
Dear Winxyzwinky, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. Sadly I am not medically trained so cannot comment specifically on your case. It can take weeks and sometimes months to be complete for a mass to be reabsorbed. I am afraid it can be difficult to be precise because our bodie...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:21 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Think I'm having another ectopic!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3022
Dear Laura1991, I am sorry to hear that you are going through a confusing time. I would advise repeating your pregnancy test in a few days. If it remains negative and you are still having unusual bleeding or pain, please contact your GP. Although I do not wish to alarm you I do have to remind you th...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:14 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: 2nd pregnancy was ectopic
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2189
Dear shboogies, 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
- Sun Mar 17, 2019 6:10 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Anyone had methotrexate? When did you feel it "kick in?"
- Replies: 22
- Views: 22411
Dear KJF, I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss, I am sorry if this is difficult to read but the first bleed after treatment is a response to falling hormone levels because you are sadly no longer pregnant. When your hCG levels start to fall, the body expels the lining of the uter...
- by EPT Host 20
- Sun Mar 17, 2019 5:56 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Ectopic after a long battle
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1906
Dear Aunt6y, I am so sorry to hear of your daughter's ectopic pregnancy and loss. My heart goes out to you both after such a difficult time. Side effects of methotrexate include abdominal pain and bleeding but as these can also be signs of rupture, I would asks that she monitors her side effects clo...
- by EPT Host 20
- Tue Mar 12, 2019 10:09 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Am I ok?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3269
Dear Buddy071 I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. You have had a lot to deal with recently, especially experiencing ectopic pregnancy whilst abroad. You are trying to come to terms with what has happened and you are definitely not a monster. We all deal with things in our own w...
- by EPT Host 20
- Tue Mar 12, 2019 9:32 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Struggling
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1284
Dear Chloe88, 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. You are grieving for your losses and when we experience ectopic pregnancy, we are suddenly faced with a life t...
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