Patient's question:
Medical Description: Abortion, brown color, small amount.History of Treatment and Effect: Took anti-inflammatory medication, Yimucao Granules.
Help Needed: What color should the menstrual period be after an abortion? How long does it last?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to the situation you described, after an induced abortion, the color of the menstrual blood is brown, which is normal. This is because before menstruation, blood accumulated in the uterine cavity needs to be expelled. The color of this accumulated blood is brown, so it is recommended to take Yimucao Granules orally to promote its discharge.Generally, menstruation usually returns 30-40 days after an induced abortion. If menstruation does not return after this period, it may be due to the following reasons:
1. There may be cervical adhesion or uterine cavity adhesion, which prevents or hinders the discharge of menstrual blood.
2. It may be due to local endometrial damage after the procedure, leading to a lack of menstruation or reduced menstrual flow.
In such cases, the patient can undergo an ultrasound to measure the thickness of the endometrium.
It should be noted that an induced abortion is still a traumatic procedure. Avoid sexual activity for at least one month after the procedure. If sexual activity is resumed after one month, do not rely on the abortion as a form of contraception. If you do not wish to conceive temporarily, it is essential to use a reliable method of contraception to avoid significant physical harm caused by the procedure.
If menstruation does not return more than two months after an induced abortion, it is necessary to visit a regular hospital for relevant examinations.