Hi,
I had an ectopic pregnancy in March this year which resulted in me being rushed to surgery at 6 weeks. I had a positive pregnancy test but no other symptoms before then. I though I was pregnant this month as I had loads of symptoms, nausea, bad taste in mouth, tiredness etc. All HPTs came back negative and I was then late for my AF. I went to docs and he did a blood test which came back as below 7 (which apparently means not pregnant.) he is doing another one next week to check it’s not changed. I’m having some cramps on my left side (where remaining tube is) but I started bleeding today with bad period like cramps. Bleeding has now subsided a bit. I’m so worried this could be another ectopic but is left undetected. Could it be if my blood test came back negative?
Dear slc1983,
Diagnosing ectopic pregnancy is difficult because it often presents with symptoms that can be suggestive of other, more usual, conditions such as gastroenteritis, miscarriage or even appendicitis. It could be that your periods have altered slightly, which can be normal after ectopic pregnancy, and you are now having a period.
It is reassuring that your hCG level was negative, however I am not medically trained and if you are concerned or your symptoms are worsening, I would always advise seeking medical advice.
Sending much love,
Karen x
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