Ectopic Pregnancy

About Tubular Pregnancy

During a normal, healthy pregnancy, the fertilized egg implants in the uterus. In an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg gets stuck during its journey and instead implants elsewhere. These pregnancies are often called tubal or tubular because in most cases the egg implants in a woman's fallopian tubes. In rare cases tubular pregnancy can also occur in the ovary, abdomen or cervix. In all cases, early treatment can be lifesaving and preserve the chance for future healthy pregnancies.

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Beta HCG And Ectopic Pregnancy

An ectopic pregnancy is a serious medical problem that can be life-threatening if not treated. One way that an ectopic pregnancy can be diagnosed is by measuring the levels of a hormone known as beta HCG. Although beta HCG leve...

About Ectopic Pregnancy

Although there is no specific reason why ectopic pregnancies occur, the general cause is based around the egg being prevented from traveling to the uterus. As a serious condition that requires immediate medical attention, any s...

5 Things You Need to Know About Ectopic Pregnancy Signs

An ectopic pregnancy can cause abdominal cramps. These cramps occur about six to eight weeks after the missed menstrual period. At first, these cramps may be dull just like menstrual cramps. A woman usually feels the abdominal...