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Ectopic pregnancy, coil removal, arm implant, emotionless
Ectopic pregnancy, coil removal, arm implant, emotionless
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Re: Ectopic pregnancy, coil removal, arm implant, emotionles
It's so heartbreaking to hear of everything you have been through, and I'm very sorry for your ectopic pregnancy and loss. It is so very recent that you've been through both a physical and emotional trauma. It is usual to have so many thoughts and feelings, and I will do my best to help.
It's most important to look after yourself right now. It's good that your GP has suggested some time off of work, and while I know the importance of being loyal to a job, letting your employers know what has happened is important so you can also take care of you. There is nothing you did you cause an ectopic pregnancy. While I wish I could say that there is a route for recovery, each of us is so unique that every journey will be different. These boards are full of women and men who have experienced ectopic pregnancies, losses, and are recovering.
While your relationship with your partner is still new, men do grieve differently than women. I found that journalling about my experience and my dreams helped me to make sense of my own emotions. When I was ready, the journal helped me to share those thoughts with my partner, family and some friends. As well, If you think it may help, we can certainly arrange to speak to you about what you have been through and be a shoulder to lean on. My colleagues and I have also experienced ectopic pregnancy and understand how heartbreaking it is. You can ask any questions or simply tell us about the horrible time you have been through. You can also look at counseling services and emotional recovery support on our website under Patients/Emotional recovery.
The charity Mind may also be of assistance. They have local centres and support groups and can offer services on a means-tested basis (you pay what you can afford) or sometimes free. You can find your local centre following this link if that may be useful too:
http://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/local-minds/. You can also speak to your GP specifically about local counseling services and referral for talking therapies. You can also request to see another GP in your healthcare practice. In terms of your care circumstances, you may be aware that you can raise your thoughts via the Patient Advice and Liaison Service or PALS. You can find your local PALS here and it may be an avenue which can help: http://www.nhs.uk/Service-Search/Patien ... Search/363
Please know that we are here for you, as long as you need.
With good wishes,
Michele
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