Bleeding recurs after medical abortion

Women who undergo abortion surgery must pay attention to their sexual life after the surgery. Medical abortion, in particular, is extremely harmful to the body. If you have sex during the recovery period, it can easily lead to infertility, and in severe cases, bleeding may occur frequently. This means that the uterus has been infected because the body has not fully recovered to normal after the medical abortion, and sexual intercourse has allowed the bacteria to enter the uterus. Inflammation is inevitable, so what should you do if bleeding continues after medical abortion?

1. How to avoid infection after medical abortion

(1) Prohibition of sexual intercourse: Some people bleed for a long time after taking abortion pills, while others bleed for a short time, and some bleed occasionally. In either case, sexual intercourse is prohibited until menstruation occurs. Because the cervix is ​​in a relaxed state when taking abortion pills, the effect of preventing bacteria from entering the uterine cavity is weakened. During sexual intercourse, bacteria hidden in the male foreskin and bacteria in the female vulva, vagina, and cervix can take the opportunity to ascend and infect the uterine cavity; at the same time, the blood sinuses are open after the embryonic tissue is peeled off, making them easy to be infected by bacteria.

(2) Do not take a bath, do vaginal douching, swim, catch a cold, or eat spicy food within one month after taking abortion pills.

(3) The sanitary napkins and toilet paper used should be of qualified products; sanitary napkins should be changed frequently; underwear made of synthetic fabrics should not be worn; underwear should be changed and washed daily.

(4) If vaginal bleeding lasts for more than 7 days, antibiotics should be taken under the guidance of a doctor to prevent infection. If bleeding continues for more than two weeks, you should go to the hospital to find out the cause and undergo a uterine curettage if necessary.

(5) After taking abortion pills, you should also pay attention to rest and avoid fatigue. You can take blood-activating and blood-stasis-removing drugs to promote uterine contraction, expel embryonic tissue, reduce vaginal bleeding, and shorten bleeding time.

(6) Anyone who undergoes a uterine curettage due to failed abortion, incomplete abortion, or heavy bleeding after taking abortion pills must take antibiotics after the operation.

(7) Pay attention to dietary adjustments. Eat more high-quality protein to strengthen your body, but don't eat too much greasy food to avoid stomach upset.

Second, the care after medical abortion

Although there is no damage to the equipment, the vaginal bleeding caused by medical abortion is more than normal menstrual flow and lasts longer. Especially for incomplete abortion, it can lead to hemorrhagic anemia and cause vaginal and even pelvic infections. Therefore, you should pay attention to recuperation after medical abortion.

1. You should rest for 1-2 weeks after medical abortion to avoid reduced resistance and induce other diseases.

2. In terms of nutrition, pay attention to iron supplementation (beef, lean meat, liver, kidney, egg yolk, blood, green vegetables, and fruits are rich in iron), ensure sufficient protein intake, and eat more foods rich in vitamins.

3. Pay attention to personal hygiene. It is better to take a shower when bathing. The living room should be facing the sun and well ventilated to maintain a clean environment.

4. It is best to have sex 2-3 weeks after medical abortion and take contraceptive measures to avoid pregnancy again.