Patient's question:
Due to personal health reasons, I might need to have an abortion. Currently, I am resting at home. The doctor has given me a lot of advice. Please ask how great the harm to the pregnant woman is if she accidentally consumes saffron for an abortion.Doctor's answer:
Crocus has the effects of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, as well as embryotoxic and teratogenic effects. Therefore, if taken accidentally, the risk of miscarriage is relatively high. Even if miscarriage does not occur, there may still be potential problems with embryonic and fetal development. It is recommended to visit a hospital for an ultrasound to rule out the possibility of ectopic pregnancy. If symptoms of miscarriage reappear, it is advised not to self-treat at home but to seek immediate medical attention. This is because the risk of incomplete miscarriage and severe bleeding due to poor uterine contraction is significantly higher compared to miscarriage induced by mifepristone.