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First period post ectopic
First period post ectopic
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I had methotrexate and my hcg levels went back to 0 around 13th March and still no period so id also like to know this. I know everyone is different but I just want to be back to normal now Xx
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I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss and I can completely understand the feeling of wanting to get back to normal.
Your periods can take a while to re-establish - they can re-start anything between two and ten weeks after surgery and most women find that their period arrives sometime around week six or seven after surgery.
The first period may be more painful or less so than usual, heavier or lighter, last for longer or shorter than usual – there really is no set pattern. You should be able to manage the discomfort with over-the-counter pain relief and should not be soaking a pad in less than an hour. If this is not the case, you should seek medical attention.
As a gentle reminder, we and many medical professionals advise waiting at least two menstrual cycles before trying to conceive again. This "wait" is to allow your cycles to resume and have a last menstrual period date from which to date a new pregnancy - important information for checking for ectopic pregnancy in the future. It also allows time for your emotions to surface and be worked through after your ordeal.
Sending much love,
Karen x
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Hope you ladies get yours soon too xxx
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se1986, have you got your period yet? I'm 5 weeks post op and feel like I've been about to come on for the past few days due to bloating and pain building up, particularly in the side of the op. Every time I go to the toilet, I'm sure it will be here, but no! It will be a relief when it comes, but it sounds like I might have to wait a while longer after reading some of your posts.x
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I hope your periods settle a down a bit soo Firstecpreg.
Look after yourselves.
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I had my salpingectomy on 29th march and got my period yesterday. So 4 weeks and a couple of days post op. I didn't get any warning about it either which is unusual for me.
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Sorry to hear you have to go through a colonoscopy se1986, I'm sure the last thing you want is to be prodded around at the moment. xx
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Good luck everyone xx
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Took me a while to recover but just glad Im okay.. it's been 4 weeks now and no sign of my period, I'm desperate for my cycle so I can start trying to conceive. I just wanted to know did anyone try to conceive after their first period post surgery? Or wait for period two before trying again? How long does it usually take for most women to have a period post surgery?
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