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Ectopic pregnancy

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TakingTheStairs · 30/01/2015 15:53

I went for an early scan today and my consultant said she thought I was much earlier than my dates would suggest. Instead of the 6+3 I thought I was, she thought I might be 4-5 wks but was concerned about an ectopic pregnancy. I was sent for emergency bloods and my hcg levels came back higher (7500) than she would have expected considering what she saw/didn't see this morning.
I've been called back in for another scan and more blood tests tmr morning for a second opinion,
and a list of what to watch for and strict instructions to go to straight to A&E if I get any of the symptoms she listed tonight.

I'm petrified.
What happens if it is an ectopic pregnancy. I know there is no way to continue with the pregnancy but how is it resolved? Can anyone help?

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kateecass · 30/01/2015 23:18

There are definately only 2 tubes!!

Sorry you ladies are going through this. Have you heard of the Ectopic Pregnancy Trust. Google them. They are a fab charity that have loads of advice and a helpline and forum. I had a couple of ectopics almost 10 years ago now and they were a lifesaver. Their info will explain what is meant to happen to HCGs, what happens after Methotrexate and about expectant management (when you let it resolve).

Hurr1cane · 30/01/2015 23:24

Goodness. I knew I should have trusted my instincts and called her out on her tube information, but I just assumed that being that female genitalia is her job that she would know more. I'm definitely up for a tube voting thread to see if anyone can shed any light on it Grin

fattymcfatfat · 30/01/2015 23:30

Definitely only two tubes! OP im so sorry you are going through this and really hooe there is goid news. Hurr1cane I followed your thread and feel awful for you.

Hurr1cane · 30/01/2015 23:37

I'm re sending all the good vibes I got off to the OP Smile I'm sure they double when re sent.

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TakingTheStairs · 31/01/2015 07:48

Morning all. OP here.

I'm not expert but even I know that there are only 2 tubes!
Hurr1cane, that is quite worrying that she said that to you.

5 hours until my scan. Lucky I have my darling DS to keep me occupied until then x

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TakingTheStairs · 31/01/2015 07:51

"I'm no expert" jeez. I must learn to proof read before I hit post.

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Hurr1cane · 31/01/2015 08:57

Handholding for you. I hope everything turns out fine.

Yes it is very worrying isn't it? I'm going to go to the GP Monday and see if she knows when my scan will be

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TakingTheStairs · 31/01/2015 13:09

Hello, just a little update. Had another scan. They found the sac where it should be and a heartbeat too.
Thank you all SO much for the handholding.

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Hurr1cane · 31/01/2015 13:33

Yay!!! SmileSmileSmileSmileSmile

So pleased for you!

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TakingTheStairs · 31/01/2015 13:43

Thank you so much. I hope you get some answers at the GP on Monday x

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fattymcfatfat · 31/01/2015 14:38

So glad you got good news op!

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TakingTheStairs · 31/01/2015 15:57

Thanks Fatty

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Currentlyclueless · 31/01/2015 16:21

Congrats Smile

SueV14 · 31/01/2015 17:13

Happy to read the good news, OP!

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TakingTheStairs · 31/01/2015 22:27

Thanks. It hardly seems real! Delighted.Grin

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