Does ectopic pregnancy pain come and go?

Question

I'm concerned about a possible ectopic pregnancy, and I've been having some pain in my lower abdomen. It's not constant, it comes and goes. Is this typical for ectopic pregnancy pain?

Deepa Solanki · Accepted Answer

In my case, the pain was on my left side and it would fade away and then return sharply a few hours later. I also had some dark spotting. I didn't take any chances and went straight to my gynecologist, which was the best decision.

Vasundhara Raje · Answer

During such critical times, keeping a calm mind is important but medical action must be swift. Yes, the pain can come and go, but please do not try to manage this with breathing exercises or home remedies. Go to a hospital for an ultrasound immediately.

Arvind Swamy · Answer

Ectopic pregnancy is a medical emergency that can lead to severe internal bleeding. The pain can indeed be intermittent initially. Do not waste time analyzing it on your phone; drop everything and head to the nearest emergency room.

Subhash Chandra · Answer

I know how critical sudden internal pressure can be. Ectopic pregnancy pain can fluctuate, but a rupture is dangerous. Please go to a good hospital immediately and get your blood pressure and vitals monitored along with a pelvic scan.

Zainab Bi · Answer

Yes, it can come and go, but please don't wait for it to get worse. Sending you prayers. Please go to a doctor right away to be safe.

Ananya Sen · Answer

I was reading about this on medical portals yesterday out of curiosity. Actually, the papers say ectopic pain can feel like cramp-like spasms that come and go, but as the tube stretches it gets constant. Please get a professional checkup right away.

Does ectopic pregnancy pain come and go?

6 answers

Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

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