Patient's question:
After medication abortion, what kind of symptoms indicate that the uterus has not been cleared?Doctor's answer:
??????Generally, after medication abortion, the gestational sac in the uterine cavity can be expelled within 2 to 3 days. At this time, there may be more vaginal bleeding, accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and abdominal pain. However, the decidua tissue in the uterus often takes about 2 weeks to gradually be expelled, after which bleeding stops. This is referred to as a complete abortion. Therefore, it is stipulated that pregnant women should have a follow-up examination at the hospital 15 days after medication abortion. If necessary, ultrasound and urine pregnancy tests should be conducted to determine the effectiveness of the abortion. If the abortion has not occurred within 1 week after taking the medication, or if vaginal bleeding significantly increases around 10 days, as well as if bleeding persists for more than 3 weeks to 1 month, it is important to seek medical review promptly. For cases of failed or incomplete abortion, artificial abortion or dilation and curettage (D&C) surgery may be required. Therefore, it must be carried out in a hospital with the necessary facilities, under the supervision and guidance of a doctor. It is strictly forbidden for pregnant women to take medication for abortion at home. Sexual activity and tub baths should be absolutely avoided for the first month after the abortion.