Miscarriage & Ectopic Pregnancy Precautions
Miscarriage—the spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week.
Symptoms to Watch For
Vaginal spotting or bleeding
Pain or cramping in your lower abdomen or lower back
Inability to demonstrate a heartbeat via ultrasound after 6 weeks gestational age
Fluid or tissue passing from your vagina
What to Do Next
If you suspect a miscarriage, contact your healthcare provider or seek care at the Emergency Department. Medical professionals can monitor you for blood loss and pregnancy hormone levels and can ensure no remnants of the pregnancy remain in the uterus.
If you would like support walking through a miscarriage please don’t hesitate to call. We have counseling available as well as information and emotional support.
Ectopic Pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the main cavity of the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube, but can occur in the ovary, cervix, or abdominal cavity.
Symptoms to Watch For
Severe pain centered on one side of the abdomen or pelvis
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or blackouts
Abnormally low blood pressure
The passage of tissue from the vagina
What to Do Next
Seek medical treatment immediately. A tubal pregnancy is a medical emergency!