Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: How long should one rest after medication abortion? What should be noted? Is it necessary to rest like during postpartum recovery? Will there be long-term effects if exposed to cold or injured?Doctor's answer:
Hello: Post-abortion precautions:1. Maintain a regular lifestyle: Even if the abortion procedure is successful, irregular post-surgery life can worsen bleeding or leave lasting complications. You may rest at the hospital for one day or return home afterward. In the following days, continue to receive observation and treatment at the hospital while ensuring adequate rest.
2. Wear loose clothing and avoid tight-fitting garments.
3. Do not drink alcohol during this period, and do not bathe without a doctor’s permission, as bathing may sometimes lead to infection.
4. Sexual activity can only resume after bleeding completely stops 10 days to 2 weeks post-surgery.
5. To protect your health, avoid pregnancy immediately after surgery, as the uterus may be damaged during the procedure, making pregnancy dangerous at this time. Safe contraceptive measures must be taken.
6. If using medication for abortion, medical observation is necessary to ensure the medication is effective and the abortion is complete.
7. From the second day after surgery, avoid overexertion and strenuous exercise.