What are the symptoms of ectopic pregnancy?

Ectopic ovarian pregnancy is a serious gynecological emergency. Typical symptoms include severe abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding and syncope. You need to seek medical attention immediately. Ectopic ovarian pregnancy means that the fertilized egg implants and develops in the ovary instead of in the uterus. This situation may cause the ovary to rupture, causing heavy bleeding and endangering life.

1. Severe abdominal pain. The most common symptom of ectopic pregnancy is sudden, severe lower abdominal pain, usually concentrated on one side. This pain may gradually worsen over time and may radiate to the shoulder or back. The cause of the abdominal pain is that the fertilized egg grows in the ovary, causing the ovarian tissue to be compressed or ruptured. If the pain persists or worsens, you should go to the hospital for examination and treatment immediately.

2. Vaginal bleeding. Patients with ectopic pregnancy often experience irregular vaginal bleeding, which may be less in amount and darker in color, similar to early menstrual bleeding. This bleeding is caused by damage to ovarian tissue or abnormal hormone levels. If the amount of bleeding suddenly increases or is accompanied by other symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue, it may be a sign of ovarian rupture and requires emergency treatment.

3. Fainting or shock. An ectopic pregnancy may cause internal bleeding, resulting in a drop in blood pressure and an increase in heart rate. The patient may experience fainting or shock symptoms. This usually occurs after an ovarian rupture, when a large amount of bleeding in the abdominal cavity leads to insufficient blood circulation. If symptoms such as pale complexion, cold sweats, and confusion occur, call the emergency number immediately and send to the hospital for emergency treatment.

Treatments for ectopic pregnancy include medication and surgery. Methotrexate is commonly used in medication to inhibit embryonic development and is suitable for patients with early ectopic pregnancy and stable conditions. Surgical treatments include laparoscopic surgery and laparotomy. Laparoscopic surgery is less invasive and has a faster recovery, and is suitable for patients with unruptured ovaries; laparotomy is suitable for patients with ruptured ovaries or severe internal bleeding. Hormone levels need to be closely monitored after surgery to prevent the continued growth of residual tissue.

The key to preventing ectopic pregnancy is to have regular gynecological examinations, especially for women with a history of pelvic inflammatory disease, fallopian tube surgery or ectopic pregnancy. Early detection and treatment of diseases such as pelvic inflammatory disease and fallopian tube inflammation can reduce the risk of ectopic pregnancy. If abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding occurs after pregnancy, you should seek medical attention in time to rule out the possibility of ectopic pregnancy.

An ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening emergency with symptoms including severe abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding and fainting, and requires immediate medical attention. Early diagnosis and treatment can effectively avoid serious consequences, and regular gynecological examinations and attention to physical changes are the key to prevention.