What is an ectopic pregnancy?
Q: What is an ectopic pregnancy?
A: An ectopic pregnancy is when an embryo implants itself (sticks to somewhere) outside the uterus.
Q: Where does the embryo usually implant itself in a normal pregnancy?
A: In a normal pregnancy, the embryo implants (sticks) itself into the wall of the uterus.
Q: Why are most ectopic pregnancies called tubal pregnancies?
A: Most ectopic pregnancies happen in a Fallopian tube, which is one of the two tubes that connect the ovaries and the uterus.
Q: Can ectopic pregnancies become normal pregnancies and result in a baby?
A: No, ectopic pregnancies cannot become normal pregnancies and will not result in a baby.
Q: What health problems can ectopic pregnancies cause for the mother?
A: Ectopic pregnancies can cause serious health problems for the mother.
Q: Where else can ectopic pregnancies happen aside from the Fallopian tube?
A: Rarely, ectopic pregnancies can happen in an ovary or in the cervix.
Q: What is the uterus and why is it important in pregnancy?
A: The uterus is the only place in the body where an embryo can grow into a fetus. It is important in pregnancy because it provides an environment for the developing embryo and helps nourish and protect it.
