Every month we will identify the most commonly asked questions about ectopic pregnancy and answer them. If you have any further questions which you cannot find answers to on the website, please can you contact us.
Where can I ask for help if I am concerned about Ectopic Pregnancy?
If you think that you may have an Ectopic Pregnancy you should seek medical advice without delay
See the Ectopic Pregnancy Foundation website home page about what to do if you think that you may have an ectopic pregnancy
How can I prepare for Ectopic Pregnancy surgery recovery?
As surgery for Ectopic Pregnancy is most commonly carried out as an emergency there is little to be done in preparation apart from being kept nil by mouth as will be explained when you are assessed pre-operatively by the anaesthetist (see our article on surgical management of ectopic pregnancy)
How can I help my recovery from Ectopic Pregnancy?
Recovery after an operation for Ectopic Pregnancy depends on whether it was laparoscopic or open (see our article on surgical management of ectopic pregnancy and videos on ectopic pregnancy). It is important to get clear advice from the hospital before discharge. Generally, Laparoscopic surgery has a shorter recovery time and return to normal activities. If your surgery was Open, your hospital stay may be longer. Due to discomfort over the incision, it may be advised that you should not drive for up to six weeks post-operatively.
How can I find my nearest Accident & Emergency (A&E) or Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU)?
If you suspect you have an Ectopic Pregnancy, you should promptly see your GP, visit your local accident and emergency department, or go to your local early pregnancy assessment unit (EAPU).
See the home page of the Ectopic Pregnancy Foundation for information on how to find your local Accident and Emergency centre.
What are the chances of having an Ectopic Pregnancy?
Ectopic Pregnancy is an increasingly common gynaecological condition and is one of the most common causes of death in the United Kingdom. It is thought to occur in up to 1 in 80 pregnancies
See the Ectopic Pregnancy Foundation website on risks of ectopic pregnancy, symptoms diagnosis and treatment option
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