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What is an ectopic pregnancy?
Whenever possible, surgeons attempt to conserve both of the tubes as this does seem to improve the chances of a normal pregnancy next time. A young woman, with a normal second tube and no signs of previous infection or scarring - will have a lower chance of another ectopic. A woman who has had severe pelvic inflammation, with damage to the other tube, has a higher risk of another ectopic pregnancy.
It is very upsetting for a couple, who have been excited by the prospect of a new baby, to discover that their pregnancy is ectopic,and to realise that it will never be able to develop into a live birth.
Coping with this grief at a time when marked hormone changes are taking place makes it all the more difficult. Tears and great emotional stress follow an ectopic pregnancy, along with quite unfounded feelings of guilt. Do ask for help or counselling or you can talk to other couples on our Coping with Miscarriage board (LINK). You can also contact The Miscarriage Association who have support groups across the country, and have more information about ectopic pregnancies.
It is a horrible experience to go through but do remember, at least 50% of woman will go on to have a successful pregnancy next time.
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