Your doctor can find regions of pain, tenderness, or an ovarian or fallopian tube tumor with a pelvic exam. But a physical examination alone cannot identify an ectopic pregnancy for your doctor. You'll need blood tests and an ultrasound. KD Blossom takes on the role of a maternity hospital in Ahmedabad as well, in addition to being a gynecology hospital.
The Tests
The doctors at KD Blossom are trained and experienced in carrying out the following tests:
Pregnancy Test
To verify that you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe a human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) blood test. This hormone's levels rise during pregnancy. Until ultrasound testing can confirm or rule out an ectopic pregnancy, which typically occurs five to six weeks following conception, this blood test may be repeated every few days.
Ultrasound
Your doctor can precisely locate your pregnancy using a transvaginal ultrasound. A wand-like instrument is inserted into your vagina for this test. It uses sound waves to project images of your uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes onto a nearby monitor.
An ultrasound wand is moved over your tummy during an abdominal ultrasound, which can be used to check for internal bleeding or to confirm your pregnancy.
Other Blood Tests
A full blood count will be performed to look for anemia or other indications of blood loss. If an ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed, your doctor might also prescribe blood type testing in case you require a transfusion.
Treatment
A fertilized egg cannot develop normally outside of the uterus. To prevent potentially deadly outcomes, the ectopic tissue must be removed. This can be accomplished with medication, laparoscopic surgery, or abdominal surgery, depending on your symptoms and the time the ectopic pregnancy is found.
Medication
The most typical application of methotrexate, a medication that slows the growth of new cells and dissolves old ones, is to treat an early ectopic pregnancy that does not have unstable bleeding. The drug is administered intravenously. Before starting this treatment, the ectopic pregnancy diagnosis must be confirmed.
Following the injection, your doctor will prescribe a human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) test to evaluate the efficacy of your treatment and determine whether you need to take any extra medication.
Laparoscopic Procedures
Two laparoscopic procedures called salpingostomy and salpingectomy are performed to treat some ectopic pregnancies. A tiny abdominal incision is created for these procedures, either in or close to the navel. Next, your doctor views the tubal area using a narrow tube called a laparoscope fitted with a camera lens and light.
The ectopic pregnancy is removed during a salpingostomy, and the tube is allowed to heal naturally. Both the tube and the ectopic pregnancy are removed during a salpingectomy.
The extent of the bleeding, the damage, and if the tube has burst will determine which operation you need. Whether your other fallopian tube is healthy or exhibits evidence of past damage is another consideration.
Emergency Surgery
You may require emergency surgery if significant bleeding is a result of the ectopic pregnancy. This can be performed by an abdominal incision (laparotomy) or laparoscopically. The fallopian tube may be saved in some circumstances. But usually, a burst tube needs to be taken out.
What To Expect From The Doctor?
In case you don't need immediate medical attention and haven't received an ectopic pregnancy diagnosis, your physician will discuss your medical background and present symptoms with you. They may also ask you questions about your last period, pregnancy plans, and the like.
