Patient's question:
My period has been delayed by 10 days, so I went to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor said I was pregnant, but my partner and I haven't made plans to get married yet, so I had an abortion. It's been about a month since the surgery, so I want to ask how long after an abortion should I have a follow-up check-up?Doctor's answer:
After an abortion surgery, most people need to have a follow-up examination one month after the surgery. If menstruation occurs normally during this period, most likely there are no issues, and a follow-up examination is generally not necessary. An abortion can usually be considered equivalent to one menstrual period. Most people should be able to return to normal activities within about a week after the procedure. Heavy physical labor should be avoided within half a month, and it is recommended not to have sexual intercourse within the first month. After a month has passed, if menstruation occurs normally, it is usually proof that the uterus has returned to normal.