Ectopic Prgnancy

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants somewhere outside of the uterus, most often in one of the fallopian tubes. This happens when the fertilized egg is stopped on its journey from the ovaries to the uterus.

The risks of an ectopic pregnancy increases if

• ectopic pregnancy can not be prevented
• a history of Pelvic inflammatory disease
• an age of 30 years or more
• previous ectopic pregnancy
• abdominal surgery
• smoking
• prior fallopian tube surgery

Symptoms of an ectopic pregancy are

• there may be no symptoms during the first few weeks
• cramps and spotting early in the pregnancy
• vaginal bleeding
• severe lower abdominal pains on one side of the body
• nausea
• vomiting
• fainting spells
• dizziness

If you are currently experiencing any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately or call 911.