Patient's question:
The last menstrual period was on November 10, 2012. On December 12, an ultrasound showed a yolk sac but no fetal pole or heartbeat. On January 10, 2013, there was still no fetal pole or heartbeat. The doctor said it was definitely a missed miscarriage and recommended an immediate surgical abortion, stating that if the gestational sac remains in the uterus for too long, it could cause infection.Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: First, you should go to the hospital for an ultrasound to check if it is an intrauterine pregnancy. If it is, you can have a medication abortion in one month. Medication abortion requires taking medication for 3 days, and on the third day, the gestational sac should be expelled to check if it is complete. Then, another ultrasound should be done to see if it has been completely expelled. If it has not been completely expelled, a D&C (dilation and curettage) may be necessary to remove the remaining tissue.Advice: After all, medication abortion is only a measure to deal with contraceptive failure and can cause harm to women. Medical professionals and ethicists agree that it is more important to prevent pregnancy in the first place. During the process of contraception, men should understand how to care for women and take on a portion of the responsibility. Women, on the other hand, should actively learn and master contraception methods, strengthen their resilience, and shift from a passive to an active role.