2nd ectopic

Hi. So 4 years ago I had a ectopic and they removed my left tube and now I’ve found out I have another ectopic on the same side called stump ectopic I had the Methotrexate injection on Friday I’m now on day 4 and I’ve had no pain no bleeding has anyone experienced this? My pregnancy hormone is at 206. I’m really worried that the injection isn’t working. They told that a stump ectopic is very rare and it’s very risky for me to have the surgery so I really need the jab to work.

I’m really freaking out.

Anyone been through this?

Dear Gemma,

I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancies and losses. To experience one loss is difficult, to deal with multiple losses is heartbreaking and my heart truly goes out to you.

to reassure you, not experiencing bleeding after being treated with methotrexate is not uncommon. Some do not have bleeding with this type of treatment.

I am not sure what your hCG levels were like when you had your injection but if they have risen on day 4, again this is normal so try not to worry. Your doctors will be looking g for a drop on your day 7 bloods.

I have added some information from our website about methotrexate and I hope this is helpful an reassuring too.

https://ectopic.org.uk/treating-an-ecto … thotrexate

Sending much love,

Karen x

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