Hi
I had surgery for an ectopic on the 6/1/18 and also removal of my right tube. I was 10 weeks pregnant with my first baby.
I am getting quite a bit of pain on my left side… in my pelvis/hip bone area!
it’s mostly a constant dull ache but will often get sharp, stabbing like pains. Is this normal??
Generally I am healing well physically, still quite tender around my belly button area and still quite tired, it’s just the pain on my left side!
Thank you
Natalie
Hi NatB87,
I am very sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss. It can be a very confusing time and can leave us with worries. Your surgery was very recent, and I will do my best to help.
It can be very normal to feel pains after surgery for ectopic pregnancy. The pain you are feeling could be due to your body healing or as a result of adhesions or scar tissue which forms as part of the recovery process. It could also be because your menstrual cycle is restarting or because of ovulation pains as many women feel ovulation pains when they did not before. It might also be as a result of heightened awareness after your ordeal.
To assist, you could keep a pain diary too - when you experience the pain and where, its intensity and anything that helps like rest or pain relief, and noting when your period starts. You can also speak to your doctors sooner, taking these notes with you a GP appointment and the details will help your doctors best manage your symptoms. It is always better to get checked out to be on the safe side.
It’s incredibly important to look after yourself right now and allow your body time to rest and heal.
With good wishes,
Michele
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