Ectopic means “out of place.” In a normal pregnancy, the fertilized egg implants and develops in the uterus. In most ectopic pregnancies, the egg settles in the fallopian tubes. This is why ectopic p →

Many women find it hard to move forward with trying to conceive after ectopic pregnancy. The statistics for recurrent ectopic pregnancy may compound this. If you have suffered an ectopic pregnancy, →

Your health care provider or an emergency doctor will want to confirm pregnancy if this has not already been done. If you have severe pain or heavy vaginal bleeding, IV lines will be started. Oxygen →

Sexually Transmitted Infection Sexually transmitted disease, especially Chlamydia and Gonorrhea can lead to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). If left untreated this may cause scar tissue, adhesio →

The three classic signs and symptoms of ectopic pregnancy include: abdominal pain, the absence of menstrual periods (amenorrhea), and vaginal bleeding or intermittent bleeding (spotting). Howev →