Ectopic Pregnancy Explained

Written By Lora Shahine, MD

Ectopic pregnancies are scary, dangerous, and heart-breaking if you’re trying to build your family. If you’ve been diagnosed with an ectopic pregnancy and confused - you’re not alone!

In this episode, Dr. Lora Shahine explains ectopic pregnancies — what they are, why they happen, and who may be most at risk.  She discusses everything from how they are diagnosed to treatment options to what comes next. 

No matter the circumstances, pregnancy losses are difficult. Please take care of yourself during this emotional time. And remember that your doctor is the best person to discuss your options with you.

In this episode you’ll hear:

[1:21] What is an ectopic pregnancy and how can it happen?

[3:13] How common are ectopic pregnancies?

[3:25] The risk factors involved with ectopic pregnancy

[5:46] Diagnosis and why it’s tricky

[10:17] Treatment options for ectopic pregnancy

[14:06] An important message for YOU

Resources mentioned: 

Cleveland Clinic Overview of Ectopic Pregnancy: my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9687-ectopic-pregnancy#overview 

Article on Recurrent Ectopic Pregnancy: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7414932/#:~:text=However%2C%20with%20a%2010%E2%80%9320,risk%20as%20much%20as%20possible 

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Lora Shahine, MD

Dr. Lora Shahine, reproductive endocrinologist at Pacific NW Fertility and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington in Seattle, completed her residency in OBGYN at the University of California in San Francisco and fellowship in reproductive endocrinology at Stanford University. She is dedicated to educating and advocating for increased awareness of infertility, miscarriage, and the impact on environmental toxins on health through an active social media presence, teaching, clinical research, and authoring multiple blogs and books including best selling, ‘Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss.’

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