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About Ectopic Pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, most commonly in a fallopian tube. This serious condition requires immediate medical attention and often medication-based treatment. TheDrugClub understands the financial burden during such a challenging time, helping members significantly reduce costs on necessary prescriptions.
An ectopic pregnancy is a medical emergency where a fertilized egg develops outside the main cavity of the uterus. While 90% of ectopic pregnancies occur in a fallopian tube (known as a tubal pregnancy), they can also implant in the ovary, abdomen, or cervix. Unfortunately, an ectopic pregnancy cannot proceed normally and can be life-threatening to the mother if left untreated, as the growing embryo can cause the fallopian tube to rupture, leading to severe internal bleeding.
Early symptoms can be subtle and may include pelvic pain, vaginal bleeding, shoulder pain (due to internal bleeding irritating nerves), dizziness, or weakness. It's crucial to seek medical attention immediately if you suspect you might be experiencing these symptoms, especially if you know or suspect you are pregnant. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of blood tests to measure human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels and an ultrasound to locate the pregnancy.
Treatment for an ectopic pregnancy depends on several factors, including the size of the pregnancy, the patient's hCG levels, and their overall health. For early, stable ectopic pregnancies, medication is often the primary treatment. Methotrexate is a commonly used drug that stops the growth of the embryo, allowing the body to absorb the tissue. In other cases, surgery may be necessary. A laparoscopic procedure, which is minimally invasive, is often performed to remove the ectopic pregnancy, or, in more severe situations, a laparotomy (open surgery) might be required, especially if there has been a rupture or significant bleeding.
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MedlinePlus overview of Ectopic Pregnancy
What is an ectopic pregnancy?
The uterus, or womb, is the place where a fetus grows during pregnancy. In an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg grows in the wrong place outside the uterus. It usually occurs in the fallopian tubes. These tubes carry eggs from the ovaries to the uterus. Sometimes, an ectopic pregnancy can occur in the ovaries, abdominal cavity, or the lower part of the uterus (cervix).
Ectopic pregnancies can't end in a healthy pregnancy because the egg cannot grow. If the pregnancy continues, the fallopian tube can burst. This can cause internal bleeding, which can be a life-threatening emergency that needs immediate surgery.
What increases my risk of an ectopic pregnancy?
An ectopic pregnancy often happens because there is a problem with your fallopian tubes. But sometimes it's not clear why an ectopic pregnancy happens.
Factors that may increase your risk for an ectopic pregnancy can include:
Previous ectopic pregnancy
Prior pelvic, abdominal, or fallopian tube surgery
Certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Pelvic inflammatory disease
Endometriosis
Becoming pregnant while using an intrauterine device (IUD) for birth control
Becoming pregnant after a tubal ligation
Other factors that may increase your risk can include:
Smoking
Being older than age 35
Infertility treatments
What are the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy?
You may not notice any symptoms at first. Or you may have some of the usual signs of pregnancy such as a missed period, breast tenderness, or nausea.
Early signs of an ectopic pregnancy may be light vaginal bleeding and pelvic pain. Ectopic pregnancy can be a medical emergency. Get medical care right away if you have these signs:
Abdominal (belly) pain
Shoulder pain
Vaginal bleeding
Feeling dizzy or faint
How is an ectopic pregnancy diagnosed?
An ectopic pregnancy can't be diagnosed without blood tests and an ultrasound. Your health care provider will do a pregnancy test to confirm that you're pregnant. They may do a pelvic exam to check for areas of pain, tenderness, or a mass.
What is the treatment for an ectopic pregnancy?
An ectopic pregnancy needs treatment to stop any damage to your organs. Your provider will use medicine or surgery to take out the ectopic tissue.
Losing a pregnancy can be devastating. An ectopic pregnancy is like a miscarriage, but it must be treated to prevent problems. People cope with grief in different ways. It may be helpful to discuss your feelings with your provider or a counselor. Many women who have had ectopic pregnancies go on to have healthy pregnancies later.
Dept. of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health
Source: MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine. MedlinePlus topic page. Topic date: 07/11/2011. MedlinePlus file date: 10/15/2026 02:30:37.
This information is educational and is not medical advice.