Patient's question:
I just got divorced from my boyfriend. Due to training, we haven't finalized the adoption of a child yet. But recently, I've unexpectedly become pregnant. I was planning to get an abortion today, but I suddenly caught a cold and have a fever, along with severe coughing. Can I still get an abortion under these circumstances?Doctor's answer:
If you have a severe cold and cough, it can affect the painless abortion procedure. Because when the condition is more severe, it indicates a more serious infection. In such cases, undergoing a painless abortion can lead to a lower immune system post-procedure, which may exacerbate the cold and cough. This increases the likelihood of infection after the abortion.You can first get a blood test to check your white blood cell count. If these results are not satisfactory, you can start treatment first, such as intravenous fluids or medication, to alleviate the condition before scheduling the abortion.