A woman who has had a tubal reversal has done so with the hope of becoming pregnant. The symptoms of a pregnancy following a tubal reversal are the same regardless of the method of conception. While many of the symptoms of pregnancy are the same after a tubal reversal, the chance of having an ectopic pregnancy is increased, so the chance of having some abnormal pregnancy symptoms is possible. An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy that occurs outside of the uterus and most commonly occurs in the fallopian tubes.
Menstrual Symptoms
As is the case with most pregnancies, a pregnancy after a tubal is usually suspected with the woman misses her period. This is usually confirmed with a serum hCG test to test for the level of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), the pregnancy hormone, in the woman's blood. A test with results of at least 25mIU/ml is considered a positive result. If the numbers are considered low for the gestational age, the likelihood of an ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy or incorrectly estimated conception date are increased.
Common Pregnancy Symptoms
Tender breasts and extreme fatigue are symptoms of pregnancy that can occur within the first month of pregnancy. If the woman is tracking her basal body temperature, she may also notice that the temperature spike that occurred during ovulation doesn't return to normal. Her temperature will remain elevated throughout the pregnancy. Morning sickness and pregnancy-related aches and pains usually begin during the second month of pregnancy.
Ectopic Pregnancy Symptoms
While some abdominal discomfort is normal during pregnancy, severe pain isn't. This is a sign of an ectopic pregnancy. The pain may come and go, much like contractions. Vaginal bleeding, dizziness, weakness, nausea and vomiting are also possible. A woman who suspects she is pregnant following a tubal reversal should head straight to the emergency room if she has these symptoms because of the increased risk of an ectopic pregnancy as a result of the scar tissue on the fallopian tubes.
