Patient's question:
I didn't use any contraception when I stayed in a hotel with my boyfriend two months ago, so I got pregnant. But we didn't want a child, so we had an abortion. It's been 18 days since the procedure, and my period has come. I want to know if it's normal to have my period 18 days after an abortion.Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, menstruation usually occurs about 30 days after a miscarriage. It is not normal to have your period after 18 days, which may likely indicate retained products of conception or a recurrence of endometrial inflammation. If the bleeding is not significant and there is no abdominal pain or other discomfort, it could also be a sign of ovulation. If you are still concerned, it is recommended that you visit a hospital for a color Doppler ultrasound examination. If no obvious problems are found, there is no need to worry.