Patient's question:
I've been on medication for 45 days after a medication abortion, and I still have a small amount of bleeding (coffee-colored discharge). I went to the hospital for a check-up. The ultrasound said everything was clear with no abnormalities, but there was a small amount of fluid in the pelvic cavity. The doctor suggested a D&C procedure since there's still bleeding. I want to know if a D&C will have an impact on the future, and should I undergo the procedure?First follow-up question: If I take medication, what medicine should I take to get my period back? I'm so scared.
Doctor's answer:
Absolutely not. I've been through the same situation, and I want to share my experience with you, hoping it will be helpful to you. There was a hospital where the doctor recommended I have a D&C procedure, but I was too scared and went to another hospital instead. The second doctor said it wasn't necessary and suggested a safer approach—taking medication first to induce a menstrual period. Once the period came, it might help clear out the accumulated fluid. I tried it, and the first time it didn't work completely, but the second time it did. I can't guarantee it will work for everyone, but the success rate is quite high. D&C procedures are never ideal, but whenever we have the chance to recover, we should give it a try.There's one thing I need to strongly warn you about—please act quickly and don't delay. If you wait any longer, you risk easily developing a vaginal infection or even sepsis.
It was the delay at the first hospital that caused me problems.