Patient's question:
Female, 28 years old, recently found some problems during a check-up. She cannot have the child anymore and wants to have an abortion. She wants to ask, is the abortion process painful at four months of pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
A four-month miscarriage can cause uterine contractions, in addition to the dilation of the cervical canal. During contractions, uterine pain may occur, so it is indeed painful. Moreover, the intensity of this pain is similar to that during labor. After miscarriage, oxytocin may also be used, which can also lead to uterine pain. Different causes can lead to different symptoms. Patients need to seek systematic and standardized examinations at reputable tertiary hospitals as soon as possible based on their specific conditions to receive targeted treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a regular schedule, take precautions against cold and keep warm, eat light and soft foods, ensure good ventilation, and drink plenty of warm water.