Hi,
I had an ectopic pregnancy in September 2016 which resulted in tube removal. I have waited a while to start trying again and am currently in the 2 week wait.
After some advice on pain in the 2 week wait as I have a lot of pain on the side I had my tube removed. I always have pain when ovulating for a few days but this is worse and also into my back. I’m worried about ep happening all over again.
Has anyone else had this?
Thanks, Lynette
Dear Lynette,
I am so sorry to hear of your ectopic pregnancy and loss and continued discomfort.
Sadly I am not medically trained so cannot give you specific advice on your symptoms, however I can provide general advice.
Experiencing some pain after an ectopic pregnancy is normal as your body has been through a great deal. The pain may be due to adhesions (scar tissue that binds two parts of the body together) which form and take some time to settle. Your body may be preparing to ovulate and many women experience ovulation pain when they did not before their ectopic pregnancy - including myself. You also may have a heightened perception because of the sad loss that you have had to go through. If you find you experience offensive smelling discharge or an increased temperature of more than 37°C or just want to be checked out to be on the safe side, it would be worth asking your doctors to run tests to check for infection.
Sadly I do have to remind you that if you experience any unusual bleeding, abdominal pain, shoulder tip pain, bladder or bowel problems or feel dizzy and unwell please seek urgent medical advice,
Sending much love,
Karen x
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