Patient's question:
Doctor, hello, my cousin got pregnant accidentally and took medicine to have an abortion. How long does it take for the fetal sac to be expelled after taking the medicine?Doctor's answer:
Medications for medical abortion are generally taken orally, and the drug is usually expelled two to six hours after the last dose. If the gestational age is greater than seven weeks, or if there is a history of miscarriage or previous medical abortion, there may be a lack of sensitivity to the medication, leading to incomplete abortion. A follow-up ultrasound should be performed two to three days later. If excessive residue remains, a D&C (dilation and curettage) may be necessary. During this period, anti-inflammatory treatment should be administered to prevent infection.