Patient's question:
I have had two induced abortions. Could this affect future fertility? How long after an induced abortion can one normally get pregnant?Current condition: Normal
Medical history: Had acute nephritis last year
Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, it is best to wait for at least one year before getting pregnant again after an induced abortion. In special cases, it is recommended to wait for at least six months. This is because all types of induced abortions involve procedures such as aspiration or scraping to remove the embryonic tissue from the uterine cavity. During the surgery, the endometrium may be damaged to varying degrees, and a recovery period is needed afterward. If pregnancy occurs too soon, the endometrium may not have fully healed, making it difficult to maintain implantation and development of the fertilized egg, which can lead to a miscarriage. Additionally, women who have undergone induced abortion are often physically weak and require time to recover. If they get pregnant too early, they may suffer from insufficient physical strength and poor nutrition, which can result in poor fetal development or spontaneous miscarriage.