Pregnant and struggling with anxiety

Pregnant After Ectopic Pregnancy
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Currently 4 weeks 4 days (17dpo). Had three hcg draws but only had results from two so far due to the weekend. First was 13dpo 134 and second 15dpo 309.

I have a private scan booked for 5 weeks 1 day and EPAU scan at 6 weeks and 1 day.

My ectopic was treated in June with methotrexate and I’ve had weird pains since on both sides. But I’m really struggling to cope with the anxiety of the pains at the moment. I have really bad sciatica and can’t tell if it’s just this pain radiating to the front. I had a scan two days ago due to a previous ovarian cyst and the sonographer said he would have a quick look to see if he could see the pregnancy. He wasn’t keen but said he did, I said do I have anything to worry about at the he said no and that it was too early to see anything.

Bit really sure of point of this post but just needed to tell someone.

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Dear Mrs_moo,

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 friends here who understand how you are feeling.

Although it is early days, all of your tests so far have been reassuring. Try to stay focused on that. Also try distraction with spending time with family or friends, going for gentle walks, reading, get into a good box set. Anything to help pass the time.

We will be here for you for as long as you need,

Sending much love and positive thoughts,

Karen x

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