Patient's question:
Hello doctor, how can I know if the medication abortion is complete without going to the hospital? I got pregnant unintentionally last month, but I already have two children and don't plan to have another one. I noticed I was only three weeks pregnant, so I researched and bought some medication abortion pills. Now the bleeding has stopped, but I don't know if the medication abortion is complete.Doctor's answer:
After taking medication for an abortion, if you don't go to the hospital, you may wonder how to ensure a clean abortion. Generally, you can carefully observe the amount of bleeding. If there is no bleeding within half a month, it indicates that the medication abortion is clean. If there is still spotting and it continues for more than a month, it means the abortion is not clean, and you should promptly go to the hospital for a D&C procedure. After an abortion, it is essential to pay close attention to preventing cold exposure and avoid getting cold. Maintain a regular schedule, enhance your diet, and avoid spicy, irritating, and extremely cold foods. Strictly prohibit sexual intercourse within one month.