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| General Signs and Symptoms | It is possible that an ectopic pregnancy may seem like normal pregnancy at the beginning. A woman obtains positive result from her pregnancy test, early signs and symptoms are usually the same as those of any normal pregnancy: a missed period, nausea, fatigue, breast tenderness, etc. However it is necessary to mention, that an ectopic pregnancy can not last like normal one for a long time. It should also be mentioned, that symptoms and signs of an ectopic pregnancy are quite often confused with those, a woman experiences in case of a miscarriage or pelvic inflammatory disease. Most women, who have an ectopic pregnancy, exhibit the signs and symptoms, mentioned below:
• Pain in the lower abdomen, back and in the pelvic area;
• Cramping, tenderness and even feeling of pain on one side of the pelvis;
• Light vaginal bleeding or spotting of an irregular character;
• Gastrointestinal symptoms.
In case if a woman experiences any symptoms, mentioned above, she should never wait to have the fallopian tube rupture occurred. Remember, that tubal rupture is a real case of emergency, and if you suspect this, it is necessary to call 911 as soon as possible. In case of the fallopian tube rupture, a woman usually experiences the following symptoms:
• Sharp and stabbing pain in the pelvic area, in the abdomen, or even in the area of shoulder and / or neck. The feeling of pain is so severe, that it is not possibly even to stand up.
• Dizziness and lightheadedness, there is even a feeling that you may pass out, “fall out”;
• Sweatiness;
• Pale complexion, clammy – feeling skin;
• Fastened heartbeat – it may be over 100 beats per one minute.
In case if any of these signs or symptoms is present, it is necessary to look for emergency care as soon as possible.
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