Patient's question:
Hello, I am currently facing a troublesome situation that requires help...I am 19 years old, and on November 1st of this year, I had a painless abortion at a regular hospital. My bleeding stopped within 5 days. My period arrived on December 9th and lasted until the 15th. On the 16th, I had sex with my boyfriend once. After having sex again on the 19th, I experienced mild abdominal pain and some bleeding on the 21st. The bleeding wasn't heavy, and my chest felt sore like after intense exercise. I would like to ask what could be causing this?
First follow-up question: Do I need to get an injection or take medication (e.g., Liuwei Dihuang Wan or Gujing Wan)?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, there is no need to worry, it is a normal phenomenon. Generally, after an induced abortion, bleeding may last for one to two weeks before stopping. The amount of bleeding should not exceed that of a menstrual period, and occasional abdominal pain is normal. The uterus is still in the recovery phase, and contractions may cause pain. The bleeding after an induced abortion varies from person to person. Some may experience little or no bleeding, while others may have no bleeding for a few days before passing brownish clots. Some may bleed continuously for about a week after the procedure. Regardless of the situation, as long as the bleeding is not excessive and stops within about 10 days, it is considered normal. A sign that the induced abortion was not performed cleanly is continuous, heavy bleeding accompanied by lower abdominal pain or fever. Your symptoms are perfectly normal, so there is no need to panic.At the same time, I would like to remind you to rest and keep warm after the induced abortion. Avoid contact with cold water or spicy foods as much as possible. Take the prescribed antibiotics on time, or visit the hospital for intravenous antibiotics to prevent uterine infection. Additionally, avoid sexual intercourse and soaking in baths. Your menstrual cycle should return to normal after about a month.
You can shower! Fruits are okay to eat, but in moderation, as they are also cold. Drink plenty of warm water and consume foods rich in iron or high protein to replenish your body.