Patient's question:
How long after the crowd can I go out?Doctor's answer:
(1), After artificial abortion, it is important to rest. During pregnancy, the uterus expands. After artificial abortion, the fetus is expelled from the uterus, and the uterus needs to return to its original size. The endometrium, which has been stripped away, must regenerate and heal, and the cervix, which has been dilated, must close. Therefore, proper rest, avoiding heavy physical labor, and strengthening nutrition are essential for a smooth recovery.(2), After artificial abortion, attention should be paid to hygiene. First, maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia to prevent the invasion of external bacteria. Avoid bathing for 2 weeks. Do not have sexual intercourse for 1 month, as the cervix has not yet closed, making it easy for bacteria to enter the uterus and cause infection.
(3), After artificial abortion, you should rest in bed for 2 hours immediately and monitor the amount of uterine bleeding. Mild abdominal pain, lower abdominal discomfort, and slight vaginal bleeding are normal. However, if the abdominal pain is severe, the bleeding is heavy, and it persists for more than 10 days, seek medical attention promptly.
(4), After artificial abortion, it is important to use contraception. After the procedure, the ovaries and uterus will quickly return to their normal functions. If contraception is not used, pregnancy can occur again very soon. Therefore, avoid sexual activity for at least 1 month after the procedure. The best methods are to have an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted during the abortion for contraception or to use condoms. Generally, you can return to work after resting for 2 weeks!