Patient's question:
On the 23rd day after the abortion, I experienced vaginal itching. I went to the hospital for a check-up and was diagnosed with mild cervical erosion. The doctor asked me to undergo a colposcopy and liquid-based thin prep cytology.One week after the abortion, the endometrial thickness was measured at 5mm. However, today it was measured at 3mm. What could be the reason for this change? During this period, I had sexual intercourse. On the 15th day, I had two days of bleeding—red on the first day and coffee-colored on the second. I also experienced itching, but there were no other discomforts.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, an endometrial thickness of just 3mm or 5mm indicates that your period will not come within a week. There are reasons for mid-cycle bleeding, as well as potential measurement errors. Currently, the vaginal itching may be a symptom of vaginitis. After an abortion, the vaginal environment changes, making it easier to contract vaginitis, and sexual activity may be a contributing factor. It is recommended to clean the external genitalia daily, and if necessary, apply medication locally to the vagina. If my answer is helpful to you, I hope you can give an evaluation. Thank you!