When a woman has her first menstrual period after giving birth, some pinkish substance is discharged.

Patient's question:

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Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: My wife had a miscarriage and her first menstrual period after that, she had some pinkish things come out. Is it okay? It's like when she had medication-induced abortion before. She had a uterine curettage after the miscarriage.

Doctor's answer:

Three days after the, if there is discharge similar to rotten meat, it is likely the remaining tissue of the gestational sac in the body. This should not be a major issue. After an abortion, it is recommended to rest in bed for 2 to 3 days and avoid heavy physical labor for the first half month. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the external genitalia, and avoid sexual intercourse for the first month. Do not take a bath in a tub for the first half month to prevent bacterial invasion and infection.
After an abortion, the functions of the ovaries and uterus gradually return to normal, and the ovaries resume ovulation on schedule. It is important to practice contraception to avoid pregnancy again. If vaginal bleeding persists for more than two weeks after the procedure, accompanied by lower abdominal pain, fever, or cloudy, foul-smelling discharge, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly for review and treatment.