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Ectopic Pregnancy (Check if pregnant or showing symptoms of pregnancy)

What is it?

It is when a fertilised egg does not plant itself in the womb, but outside the womb e.g. in fallopian tubes.

(Symptoms of Pregnancy)

Cause

Syndromes

Medication

  • Contraceptives (rare)

Symptoms

  • Any vaginal blood loss, feel weak or tired?
  • Pain on one side of abdomen?
  • Shoulder tip /hip pain?
  • Pain when passing urine/stool?
  • Diarrhoea?
  • Nausea and vomiting?

Complications /Information to beware of/General tips:

Medical Emergency Condition

  • An ectopic pregnancy can grow large enough to split open the fallopian tube. This is known as a rupture.
  • Ruptures are very serious and surgery to repair the fallopian tube needs to be carried out as soon as possible.
  • Signs of a rupture include a combination of:
    • Feel about to faint?
    • Balance and dizziness problems?
    • Looking pale?
    • Nausea?
    • Sharp, sudden, severe abdominal/tummy pain?

This condition can cause the symptom:

Please talk to your healthcare professional (i.e. Medical Doctor/Pharmacist) for further advice

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