Patient's question:
Can a woman have an abortion at 17 weeks of pregnancy? After an abortion, does she need to rest for a month to fully recover her body?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, it is not possible to have an abortion at 17 weeks of pregnancy and you need a hospital-induced abortion. Generally, around 49 days of pregnancy, you can decide to have a medication abortion, and for pregnancies not exceeding three months, you can choose a surgical abortion. Since you are now 17 weeks pregnant, you have missed the best time for a surgical abortion and will need a forceps dilation and curettage to induce an abortion. After the surgery, you should avoid sexual intercourse for one month, avoid tub baths, pay attention to your diet, and take care to prevent colds.