An ectopic pregnancy is when the pregnancy is growing outside
the womb (uterus), usually in the fallopian tube. A molar pregnancy
is a much rarer condition where the development of the placenta is
abnormal. Both ectopic and molar pregnancy can cause bleeding and
pain but these are much less common pregnancy problems. If you are
worried you might have symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy
contact:
- your general practice, midwife or obstetrician
- the Accident and Emergency Department at your local
hospital
- NHS 24 on 08454 24 24 24 (if you are in Scotland)
- NHS Direct online www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
- Early pregnancy Assessment Unit. Details of the nearest
unit to you can be found at www.earlypregnancy.org.uk/FindUs1.asp
For further information on ectopic pregnancy and molar
pregnancy www.ectopic.org.uk and www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk