Help I’m 4+4 pregnant after my ectopic last August, got an early scan booked but woke today feeling like I’m going to get my period! I’m so worried! Anyone else had this feeling and been fine?
Dear Charlottex85,
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. I also felt twinges and aches after my ectopic pregnancy, particularly when I next felt pregnant. My mind started racing and I was only really able to relax to some degree after my early scan. It is a nerve-wracking time and you have a friend here who understands how you are feeling.
The diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy may sometimes be difficult, and symptoms may occur from as early as 4 weeks pregnant and up to 12 weeks or even later, whilst I do not wish to alarm you, if you experience worsening abdominal pain or any bleeding, shoulder tip pain or feel dizzy and unwell, please seek urgent medical advice.
Sending warm hugs and positive thoughts,
Love,
Karen x
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Thanks Karen! I know at the moment I feel ok and had no bleeding! I’ll be 5 weeks tomorrow so only one more week till my scan! So so nervous xx