Patient's question:
On October 20th, I had a D&C (dilation and curettage) procedure and then went home to rest. About 15 days later, I had sexual intercourse without using any form of contraception, and the sperm was inserted. On November 8th, I resumed work. On the first day, I felt slightly uncomfortable, but after that, there were no more symptoms. Now, I often feel dizzy, and my bowel movements are a light yellow liquid. I've also been experiencing nausea recently. I don't know if it could be pregnancy again or just a psychological suggestion. How long does it usually take to get pregnant after a D&C procedure?If we count one month, should I be getting my period now? (Note: My menstrual cycle has never been very regular; it usually occurs between 1 to
Doctor's answer:
It is better to have a child at least six months later. Because various types of induced abortion involve aspiration or scraping to remove the embryonic tissue from the uterine cavity. During the procedure, the endometrium is subjected to varying degrees of damage and requires a recovery period. If pregnancy occurs too soon after the surgery, the endometrium has not fully healed, making it difficult to maintain implantation and development of the fertilized egg, thus increasing the risk of miscarriage. Additionally, women who have undergone induced abortion are often physically weak and need time to recover. If they become pregnant too soon, they may suffer from insufficient physical strength and poor nutrition, which can lead to poor fetal development or an increased risk of placenta previa and placenta accreta.