So before and after the salpingectomy I was having a weird internal pain so it’s almost like I can feel the pain at the tube. After the surgery it only lasted about 3 days. It’s been a week now and the pain has come back even though I was recovering well. Is this normal?
Hi Charelle08,
I’m so very sorry to hear that you’ve suffered an ectopic pregnancy and loss. I will do my very best to help.
Many women experience discomfort after experiencing ectopic pregnancy and it can be a scary time. The pain could be for a number of reasons. It could be due to adhesions or scar tissue that form as part of your recovery. It could be as a result of ovulation pains (many women feel this when they hadn’t before including myself). It may also be heightened awareness after everything you have endured.
You could keep a pain diary, noting when the pain starts, when and where you experience pain and the intensity. You could also write down anything that helps the pain including paracetamol, rest, hot water bottle etc and you could discuss your notes with your doctors. These details would help them determine how best manage your symptoms.
It sounds like your surgery was very recent and it’s so very, very important to give yourself time to heal physically and emotionally. There is no set time frame for our recovery. Some days are good; some days less so. Over time, things become a bit more normal. These boards are full of people who, unfortunately, share in this experience, and we are here for you. As well, the Trust operates a hotline if you want to speak to someone about your experience. The contact information is in my signature.
Please know we are here for you for as long as you need.
With good wishes,
Michele
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