Why does it hurt after a painless abortion?

Patient's question:

Hello
I had an abortion without anesthesia on December 20th, but recently I've been experiencing pain frequently, especially at night, to the point where I can't sleep. What could be the reason?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, after a few days of a painless abortion, you may experience abdominal pain and discomfort, which could be due to uterine contractions or other issues such as inflammation. In this case, it is advisable to consider a follow-up ultrasound. If there are no major problems, you can continue taking medication, drink some brown sugar water, and consume herbs like motherwort for regulation.
In fact, under normal circumstances, undergoing any type of abortion can cause certain harm to the patient. Therefore, patients should pay attention to postoperative care and health maintenance. Patients who have undergone an abortion should take care of themselves, such as maintaining a balanced diet and avoiding cold, spicy, and irritating foods.