Hey ladies, I’ve posted in the other boards but I really need some TLC. Got my BFP (big fat positive (pregnancy test)) thursday I wa so happy. It seems like as soon as I got my BFP (big fat positive all the pain began. Not only am I cramping on the side the tube was removed but my good side. My back is also hurting. I went to the ER yesterday for pain and my hcg level was 300 at 3 weeks and 6 days. They couldn’t see anything in my uterus either. I’m so scared. My family is telling me it’s no big deal, but they haven’t been through SIDS and an ectopic. I’m very grateful for my 2 year old daughter but I love this baby too.😞. I had an HSG in June that showed the right side was clear, but even with that I know there’s a risk. I have had two successful pregnancies 2014, 2016 and have never ha problems conceiving. Has anyone else had pain in their pregnancy after ectopic ?
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Do you have an OB? If not I would highly recommend you get one quickly and explain your history and your concern. My OB monitored my hcg levels up until they were high enough to see a baby on US (they have to be over 5,000 I believe). Have them take repeat hcg draws bc with ectopics they commonly don’t rise as quickly(although this is not always the case). 300 at 3w6d seems within the normal range but one draw doesn’t really tell you much. Also, at that level they wouldn’t be able to see anything in your uterus bc the baby isn't developed enough, so try not to worry about them seeing nothing. Also, depending on the ER, the knowledge of the dr you saw, and the US equipment - all those factors can play into what they are able to see, which is why I recommend you go to an OB.
Finally, this is a great community and a little different than other sites, we have a great support system here (I believe there are a few other ectopic mom’s here as well) so please lurk around, introduce yourself on the intro thread and join in on the other many discussions we have going. If you’re truly looking for support you will find it here but we also encourage you to give back that support as well.
Feel free to PM me if you have any other questions for me