Patient's question:
Hello, after I had an abortion with anesthesia, I only bled a little in the afternoon of the same day, and there was no more bleeding for the next seven days. On the seventh day after the abortion, I went to the hospital for a follow-up check-up. The ultrasound showed horizontal stripes, and the doctor said this was a symptom of the uterus not recovering well, advising me to continue drinking motherwort. I am very worried—is it possible that the procedure wasn’t thorough, and there’s still blood clots left in the uterus?Doctor's answer:
The amount of vaginal bleeding after an abortion indicates the success of the procedure. The amount of vaginal bleeding depends on whether the uterus contracts well and whether the uterine cavity is cleaned thoroughly. If the uterus contracts poorly or has residual tissue, bleeding is usually more significant. If the uterus contracts well and the cavity is cleared completely, bleeding is minimal.Recommendations: After an abortion, it is necessary to rest for 2 weeks, maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the external genital area, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and consume nutrient-rich foods to help the body recover quickly. During the post-abortion period, sexual activity, sitz baths, vaginal irrigation, and medication should be avoided until menstruation resumes.