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- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Dec 01, 2023 4:12 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Struggling after 2nd ectopic
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4258
Hi Jess21, I am so terribly sorry to hear that you have had to go through this experience again. It is incredibly unfair, and I know how it can leave us with even more questions. I also suffered two ectopic pregnancies within 7 months of one another. It was an incredibly hard experience, and I encou...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Nov 17, 2023 4:12 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Static beta HCG levels 2 months after methotrexate dose
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4921
Hi DR1, I am so sorry to hear that you are suffering from this ectopic pregnancy and loss. Ectopic pregnancies are physically and emotionally traumatic and can leave us with many questions. I will do my best to answer yours. As I'm not medically qualified, I can not provide advice on the best course...
- by EPT Host 22
- Thu Oct 19, 2023 11:44 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Exhausted after Salpingectomy
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6935
Hi Mat_alog, 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 grueling task. You have also had to process the loss of your baby...
- by EPT Host 22
- Sat Oct 14, 2023 12:06 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: PTS at 8 months after eptopic
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2459
Hi Moon0208, I am so sorry to hear that you have suffered this ectopic pregnancy and loss. Thank you for sharing your story of the recovery journey. I want you to know that you are not alone. These boards are filled with women and men who are, unfortunately, united by this experience. The trauma of ...
- by EPT Host 22
- Sat Oct 14, 2023 12:03 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Doctor let me down
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4077
Hi Madison, I am so sorry to hear that you have suffered this ectopic pregnancy and loss. I want you to know that you are not alone. These boards are filled with women and men who are, unfortunately, united by this experience. Your surgery is still very recent. It’s important for you to remember tha...
- by EPT Host 22
- Sat Oct 14, 2023 12:01 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Can’t stop…
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2129
Hi JN1126, I am so sorry to hear that you have suffered this ectopic pregnancy and loss. I want you to know that you are not alone. These boards are filled with women and men who are, unfortunately, united by this experience. Your surgery is still very recent. It’s important for you to remember that...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Oct 06, 2023 5:05 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Christmas
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1805
Hi RosieH91, I'm so sorry to hear about your ectopic pregnancy and loss. Experiencing an ectopic pregnancy is both a physical and emotional trauma. The boards here are filled with women and men who are, sadly, bound by these experiences. These are safe spaces for you to share your thoughts, ask ques...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 5:56 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Trying to conceive
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2183
Hi Amy 97, I’m sorry to hear about your experience, ectopic pregnancy, and loss. Please know that there is no set timeframe for emotional recovery. There are no "musts" or "shoulds" or deadlines. Grieve as you wish and cry, vent, and release your emotions as you need. Taking time...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 5:49 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Pain after 5 weeks
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1791
Hi FlorenceA, I am so sorry to hear that you have suffered an ectopic pregnancy and loss. It can take us by surprise and leave us with many questions. I am not medically qualified to speak to your particular situation. You are doing the right thing by speaking to your GP for follow-up. It also might...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 5:40 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Trying again after ectopic
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1865
Hi Headspace2020, I'm so sorry to hear that you have suffered this ectopic pregnancy and loss. While I'm not medically qualified to comment on your specific situation, I will do my best to help. The Trust recommends waiting three months to conceive. While there is no clear, researched evidence on ho...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 5:33 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Found out my sister in law is pregnant 3 weeks after my ectopic…
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2621
Hi WhoKnows999, I'm so sorry to hear about your ectopic pregnancy and loss. Experiencing an ectopic pregnancy is both a physical and emotional trauma. The boards here are filled with women and men who are, sadly, bound by these experiences. These are safe spaces for you to share your thoughts, ask q...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Sep 08, 2023 4:22 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Coping with feelings of having a “broken body”
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1598
Hi Sallyew13, I am so sorry to hear you suffered this ectopic pregnancy and loss. I want you to know that you are not alone. These boards are filled with women and men who are, unfortunately, united by this experience. It’s important for you to remember that there was nothing you did to cause nor no...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Sep 08, 2023 4:18 pm
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Pain
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1454
Hi Red212629, I am so sorry to hear that you have suffered an ectopic pregnancy and loss. It can take us by surprise and leave us with many questions. I am not medically qualified to speak to your particular situation. However, after surgery, there is a chance for scar tissue to develop, and also ou...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Sep 01, 2023 8:47 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Periods after methotrexate
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1530
Hi Jessicaroseox, I'm so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. I'll do my best to help answer your questions. The first period can occur up to ten weeks after the ectopic pregnancy although it may not be like your normal menstrual period. It might be heavier or lighter and it may be more...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 18, 2023 9:14 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Remembering my lost..picking a date?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1550
Hi AysMama, I am so sorry to hear that you have suffered this ectopic pregnancy and loss. Your recovery journey is unique to you, and it's important to honour it in a way which feels best to you. Choosing a date which represents the part of the journey you want to commemorate is one way forward, per...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 11, 2023 8:52 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Mixed Emotions Post Surgery / Feeling lost
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1526
Hi SM1996, I am so sorry to hear that you have suffered this ectopic pregnancy and loss. I want you to know that you are not alone. These boards are filled with women and men who are, unfortunately, united by this experience. Thank you for sharing your story. I am glad that you have the support of y...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Aug 04, 2023 8:19 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: 9 months post ectopic & struggling
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1500
Hi Amy97, Following an ectopic pregnancy can be a very confusing time and brings up so many emotions that we may not have expected. You have suffered physical and emotional trauma, and right now, it is so important to look after yourself. It's important to remember that there is nothing you did to c...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Jul 28, 2023 10:07 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Struggling
- Replies: 18
- Views: 5194
Hi Shellyk81, My heart goes out to you reading this post. I am so sorry to hear you suffered a second ectopic pregnancy and loss. It is difficult to bear, even when we understand what is happening. I also had two ectopic pregnancies and felt so much emotion around how unfair it felt and unexplained ...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Jul 14, 2023 9:02 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Has the embryo stopped growing or is it still growing
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2414
Hi Annieanxious, I replied on a different thread, but I also wanted to respond here to this question. With the mtx treatment and declining hcg levels, the pregnancy will no longer be growing. It's important to continue to monitor your symptoms until you reach nonpregnant levels, under 5mIU/mL. Pleas...
- by EPT Host 22
- Fri Jul 14, 2023 8:58 am
- Forum: Main Board
- Topic: Methotrexate waiting game
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1756
Dear Annieanxious, I'm so sorry to hear you are suffering from an ectopic pregnancy and going through this worrying time. I know how hard it can be to wait for levels to decrease. Putting yourself first right now and looking after your health and wellness is important. I know it can be difficult, an...
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