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An ectopic pregnancy occurs when baby starts to develop outside the womb (uterus). The most common site for an ectopic pregnancy is within a fallopian tube. However, in rare cases, ectopic pregnancies can occur in the ovary , the stomach area, and the cervix.
An ectopic pregnancy is usually caused by a condition that blocks or slows the movement of a fertilized egg through the fallopian tube to the uterus. This may be caused by a physical blockage in the tube.
Some of the symptoms related to ectopic pregnancy are:- Light vaginal bleeding
- Nausea and vomiting
- Lower abdominal pain
- Sharp abdominal cramps
- Pain on one side of the body
- Dizziness or weakness
- Pain in the shoulder, neck, or rectum
If the fallopian tube ruptures, the symptoms will worsen and heavy bleeding will occur, which may cause fainting. If you experience any of these symptoms contact your health care provider immediately and go to an emergency room.
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