Scarring after tubual ectopic pregnancy?

Before I start I want to apologise for the wording in this question in case it upsets anyone. Im just using the medical terminology given to me.

3 days after receiving the methotrexate injection I was rushed to hospital as I collapsed in pain and was showing all the symptoms of a rupture. The scan showed bleeding in my stomach which but not as much as they expected. Long story short after 2 days in hospital they discovered it was a form of ectopic pregnancy called a tubal abortion where the embryo expels from the tube, which is what caused the pain and bleed etc.

I hopefully do not require surgery but I don’t know if my Fallopian tube is now damaged because of this? Can anyone shed any light on this or had a similar experience? Thank you

Dear Fitz39,

I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss,

In the UK, women aren’t routinely offered testing to check tubes following any treatment for ectopic pregnancy. This includes expectant management and treatment by methotrexate injection where the pregnancy is gradually reabsorbed into the body.

Following ectopic pregnancy, we and many medical professionals advise waiting for two menstrual cycles before trying to conceive again as this allows time for your body to recover.

Unfortunately I am not medically trained so cannot give you specific advice on your queries and would advise speaking to your doctor’s for any in-depth information as they will have access to your personal medical notes.

Sending much love,

Karen x

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