Well it turns out I am pregnant at 4+5 days I’m so excited but yet terrified I have nobody to talk to about it because I didn’t have support off them when I had my last eptopic just in case it happens again I want to wait until I know it’s as safe as can be it’s upsetting really because I should be able to tell immediate family without judgement and nasty comments since I had my eptopic all my mum has been trying do is for me to get a hysterectomy so I doubt it’s going to go down well if I get chance to tell her that is I don’t really have a question tbh I just wanted to vent thanks for reading x
Dear Aug,
Whispered congratulations on your pregnancy,
After an ectopic pregnancy, finding we are pregnant again can be a mix of emotions and I can completely understand your feeling nervous. It is perfectly normal to feel scared after the ordeal you have endured. My mind also started racing and I was only really able to relax to some degree after my early scan. It is a nerve-wracking time. I am sorry to hear you do not have the support of your family, you have friends here who understand how you are feeling and you can lean on us for as long as you need.
Speaking from UK medical practice and standards, usually doctors carry out an internal transvaginal scan at around six weeks with subsequent pregnancies after an ectopic. This is because there is a reasonable chance of seeing an embryo around this six week mark.
We advise contacting your local EPU, reminding them of your ectopic pregnancy and booking an appointment. If you are unable to self refer, contact your GP who will be able to do this for you.
Sending much love and positive thoughts,
Karen x
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