Patient's question:
Hello! I had a medication abortion, and for the first three or four days, there was only some dark blood. But today, I suddenly had bright red blood, though it wasn't a lot. It has been 15 days already. Is this not normal? Is it necessary to have a D&C? Are there other treatment options? Also, I was wondering if a doctor with poor technique during a D&C could damage the uterus. I'm very scared!First follow-up question: I had the medication abortion at 41 days, and a week later, a check-up revealed that the endometrium was slightly thickened. However, the doctor said at the time that such thickness didn't require a D&C. But now there's still bleeding, so I'm worried.
Doctor's answer:
This depends on how long you've been pregnant and whether there is any residue left in the uterus. If it was damaged during a D&C procedure, it can be very painful. I suggest you go to the hospital to check it out. Don't be shy.