Signs of Ectopic Pregnancy

The dictionary definies “Ectopic” as meaning “out of place”. Generally an embryo fertilizes in the uterus, where it grows throughout the period of gestation (the 9 months of being in the womb). But during an Ectopic pregnancy, the embryo fertilizes in the fallopian tube. This is not the normal place. Such a pregnancy is also called a Tubal pregnancy.

There are other types of Ectopic pregnancies. The egg can also get implanted elsewhere. For instance, the abdomen and the cervix are sometimes the the spot where the egg gets fertilized. In such cases, the pregnancy is defined as an abdominal pregnancy or as a cervical pregnancy.

The uterus, by Nature's design, is blessed with strength and flexibility that can withstand the stresses which come as the fetus increases in size. Other organs, such as the fallopian tube, cannot take the ongoing duress and hence such pregnancies result in severe bleeding. It should not be suprising to learn, that Ectopic pregnancies rarely metamorphose into live births.

A diagnosis of Ectopic pregnancy can be difficult as most of the symptoms are often confused with those of a more normal kind of pregnancy. These symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, missed periods and breast softness. Typical symptoms during stages of a typical pregnancy. But pain and vaginal bleeding, attributable to an Ectopic pregnancy, are not usual, and are generally the first warning signs.

Sometimes the blood which results from the rupture creates pain in different parts of the shoulder and neck. The pressure in the pelvis which builds up in an Ectopic pregnancy can create pains in a segmented way and the pain thus caused can really vary in intensity. This creates some confusion about what is going on, since pain levels vary... But any pain that you experience should be brought to the attention of your doctor, who can then look to see if you have an Ectopic pregnancy or other problems.

In addition to unusual pain, there can be further manifestations which suggest an Ectopic pregnancy. These can be

• Low blood pressure.
  
• Pain in the lower spine.
  
• Passing out or associated dizziness.
  
• Vaginal spotting .

Sometimes a fertilized egg gets stuck in the fallopian tube, instead of passing all the way into the uterus. This results in the gestation taking place in the tube itself.

Why does this happen? A typical reason for the egg to get stuck in the tube is that there is some kind of an irritation or inflammation in the tube. Genetic defects and other anomalous growths are also attributable to such blockages in the fallopian tube as the egg passes through them to the uterus.

If you experience any of these symptoms, you maybe having an Ectopic pregnancy. It is important that you see your doctor or healthcare provider to determine that you are pregnant and what the status of that pregnancy is.

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