Could it be Somatic Symptoms?

Pregnant After Ectopic Pregnancy
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Firstly, I’d like to say I’m so glad I found this platform to share my thoughts.

I had an ectopic pregnancy back in May/June. Had my 2 doses of MTX in July 2021. 1st dose was on the 1st July 2021. HCG wasn’t going down a week later so I got another dose of it.

Doctor then said it was safe to try again after 3 months. Nov 2021, my last appt due to the ectopic-Doctor gave an all clear and wished me luck.

I checked to to see if I’m pregnant on 2nd Dec 2021. I indeed am. Feeling that I could be experiencing an ectopic again as i felt the same uncomfortable feeling- I went to A&E.

HCG was 16. And doc said i’m having UTI. Could the pain be UTI? Today is the 9th Dec. They made me come back on the 4th Dec to check my HCG, it was then 90.

Today is my 2nd last day of antibiotics for my UTI.

Im so afraid cause I keep thinking-could it be that im experiencing another ectopic or a UTI not going away?

I can’t help but feel so afraid. And my next appt is 20th Dec.

I dont know why i feel so defeated.

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Hi Rinihartini,

I am so sorry to hear you have suffered an ectopic pregnancy and loss, and are now going through this worrying time. Ectopic pregnancies are both physical and emotional traumas. Many women, like myself, feel anxious in subsequent pregnancies. We have experienced so much and have a heightened awareness of our symptoms.

I am not medically qualified to comment on this particular situation, but am glad that you are being looked after. It’s very important to continue looking after your symptoms. If any symptoms occur that are concerning to you, please reach out to your GPs or at A&E. Your health is most important right now.

I know it can be easier said than done, as best as possible, take time to look after yourself and rest. We are here whenever you need and for as long as you need.

With good wishes,

Michele

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Thank you Michele for assuring me that I have control over getting myself checked and that i should be taking care of myself.

Thank you for acknowledging the heightened awareness that you have experienced yourself.

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