Patient's question:
I have had an abortion procedure done, and now I feel quite well physically, with no abnormalities. However, the doctor has asked me to undergo a thorough check-up afterward. I'm not very keen on going because another thorough check-up would waste money and my time. Is it necessary to have a post-abortion check-up?Doctor's answer:
Post-abortion check-ups are very necessary because post-abortion surgery may lead to endometrial damage, which can result in adhesions of the uterine cavity, intrauterine infection, pelvic inflammation, etc. Therefore, after an abortion, a check-up is required to understand the thickness of the endometrium. If the endometrium is too thin, appropriate amounts of estrogen and progesterone should be administered to facilitate endometrial repair. If adhesions of the uterine cavity are suspected, hysteroscopy treatment may be performed when necessary.