Patient's question:
I had a four-and-a-half-month abortion surgery and did not have a D&C. I gave birth to a child last year! Three days before my period, the flow was quite heavy, and by the fifth day, it had stopped! Then two days later, my period came again. I was shocked because a lot of dark red, thick blood came out, and then it stopped. After staying up all night, the blood turned black, and the flow was intermittent. Yesterday, I went to the doctor and had an ultrasound. The uterus and ovaries were normal! The doctor said it was due to the uterus not recovering properly. Then the doctor prescribed some antibiotics. I've been feeling dizzy and nauseous, and I also have some diarrhea! I want to know why this is happening? Is it because the medication the doctor prescribed is wrong, or did drinking Chinese medicine on an empty stomach cause it, or did eating spicy food cause it?Doctor's answer:
The uterus does not return to normal well, which can lead to prolonged vaginal bleeding. Traditional Chinese medicine is based on herbs that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. The side effects of traditional Chinese medicine are very small. Some people may feel nauseous when taking traditional Chinese medicine due to an unaccustomed taste, or experience diarrhea if they drink it cold. Taking traditional Chinese medicine on an empty stomach is better for digestion. If you are not used to it, it is recommended to take it half an hour after a meal and warm it up before drinking. If you have taken oral antibiotics, it may also be considered that the antibiotics could be causing dizziness or other discomforts.