Patient's question:
My wife unexpectedly got pregnant, but our family already has two children and cannot have more. So we had an abortion. It's the first day, and she says her stomach hurts a bit.Hello, what should I pay attention to after an abortion? Should I have a "little confinement" (post-abortion recovery period)?
Doctor's answer:
After an induced abortion, the first thing to pay attention to is rest to prevent overexertion. It is best to have a short postpartum recovery period. It is strictly forbidden to have sexual intercourse for one month and to take a bath for one month. Oral anti-inflammatory drugs should be taken to implement anti-inflammatory treatment. If there are no abnormal conditions, a follow-up ultrasound should be performed one week after the induced abortion to check the complete recovery of the uterus and to assess the thoroughness of the miscarriage. If vaginal bleeding increases continuously or other discomforts occur during this period, seek medical attention promptly.