Patient's question:
What are the side effects of medication abortion? Because I'm not ready to get married right now, I don't want this child, so I want to ask, if I have a medication abortion, what side effects will there be? I heard from others that if medication abortion is not done properly, it can cause permanent infertility. Is that true?Doctor's answer:
It is relatively rare for a single medication abortion to result in lifelong infertility. Medication abortion is used to terminate an intrauterine pregnancy within 7 weeks. Before taking the medication, it is essential to diagnose an intrauterine pregnancy first. The major issue with medication abortion is the fear of incomplete miscarriage. If the miscarriage is incomplete, a Dilation and Curettage (D&C) procedure may be required. After the miscarriage, a follow-up examination is necessary within 7-14 days to ensure that the miscarriage is complete. In addition to treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet and a positive mood. Only with a good mindset and adequate sleep can you recover quickly from the illness.