Patient's question:
All symptoms: I had a medication abortion on July 20th. After the medication abortion was complete, ovulation started. Today, I have bleeding. Is this my menstrual period? My last menstrual period was around June 3rd.Onset time and cause: Treatment status: Desired help: Is this a normal menstrual period?
Doctor's answer:
Normal bleeding after medication abortion usually lasts 7 to 10 days.Vaginal bleeding after abortion can be less than the amount of menstrual blood and generally stops within about half a month.
If the bleeding duration exceeds half a month or the blood volume is more than the amount of menstrual blood, it may be one of the following conditions:
① Uterine atony, which can be treated with medication to promote uterine contractions.
② Incomplete abortion, which is often accompanied by lower abdominal pain, though the pain may not be severe. In this case, a second D&C procedure may be necessary.
③ Secondary intrauterine infection, which is often accompanied by fever or foul-smelling vaginal discharge.
These conditions require a doctor's diagnosis and treatment.
Therefore, if vaginal bleeding persists after an abortion, it is important to seek medical attention promptly for examination and treatment.