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What is an ectopic pregnancy? The symptoms to look out for

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An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilised egg implants somewhere outside of the uterus. This can happen as the sperm fertilises the egg inside the fallopian tube.

A fertilised egg can also implant on the cervix, the ovary, and in the peritoneal cavity - which is the space within your abdomen that contains your intestines, stomach, and liver.

Most commonly an ectopic pregnancy occurs in the fallopian tube, known as a tubal pregnancy. Unfortunately, tubal pregnancies pose a risk to the mother’s life if the pregnancy is allowed to continue.

This means the pregnancy cannot be saved, according to the NHS. Read More: Olympian cyclist Laura Kenny 'overwhelmed' by support after revealing miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy The fallopian tube cannot accommodate a growing embryo and can burst if not treated, causing internal bleeding and other life-threatening conditions.

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