Question

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the fertilized egg attaches itself in a place other than inside the uterus.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Ectopic pregnancy is a complication of pregnancy, in which the embryo attaches itself outside the uterus. Signs and symptoms of ectopic pregnancy include increased hCG, vaginal bleeding, sudden lower abdominal pain, pelvic pain, a tender cervix. The causes of it can be pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, use of IUD, tubal surgery, previous history of ectopic pregnancies, smoking and many more.