Patient's question:
A while ago, I had a medication abortion, but I didn't have a D&C procedure afterward. Is it harmful not to have a D&C after a medication abortion?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to your description, it seems that a D&C is not necessarily required after medication abortion. A D&C is only needed if the medication abortion is unsuccessful or incomplete. If the medication abortion is smooth and the uterus has been completely cleared, a D&C is not necessary. A D&C can also be harmful to the body. The purpose of medication abortion is to avoid surgery. As long as the uterus is completely cleared, a D&C is not required.