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Is It Normal to Experience Heavy Bleeding Two Weeks After Abortion?

Bleeding two weeks after an abortion? I had a surgical abortion on March 7th, and starting from the second day post-procedure, I experienced light brown spotting that continued until my follow-up appointment on March 16th. The doctor mentioned that it seemed like not everything h...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I still recommend returning to the original clinic for follow-up to see if everything has been properly addressed. Wishing you good health.

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Post-Abortion Concerns: Understanding Symptoms and Recovery

Post-Abortion Issues You are approximately five weeks pregnant. On February 13, you took the first dose of medication for medical abortion, followed by the second dose on February 15. During your follow-up appointment on February 19, it was confirmed that there was no visible emb...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello Ms. Ju: After a medical abortion, please pay attention to the following: (1) Bleeding duration (if it exceeds 14 days, please seek medical attention). (2) Whether your next menstrual period has arrived after the abortion (it is recommended to return for a follow-up appointm...

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Understanding Post-Abortion Concerns: Delayed Menstruation and Recovery

Post-Abortion Issues I would like to ask, after using medication for a medical abortion on December 26, I experienced bleeding until mid-January. However, there was over a week of brownish blood that was just a few drops. I returned to the clinic and confirmed that the embryo had...


Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the factors that can affect the menstrual cycle or cause intermenstrual bleeding are numerous, including age, environment, lifestyle, stress, emotional instability, weight changes, medications, emergency contraception, diet, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine or cervical l...

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Post-Abortion Concerns: Understanding Recovery and Future Contraception

Post-abortion issues? 1. I have been taking medication for medical abortion along with uterine contraction agents for a month, and the ultrasound shows no embryo. However, since the second line on the pregnancy test is still faint, the doctor advised me to continue the medication...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. I have been taking medication for medical abortion and uterine contraction agents for a month. The ultrasound shows no embryo, but since the second line on the pregnancy test is still faint, the doctor wants me to continue for another two weeks. Is this normal? Answer: Taking ...

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Post-Abortion Bleeding: Understanding Your Symptoms and Next Steps

Bleeding issues three weeks after a surgical abortion? Hello Doctor, I underwent a surgical abortion on September 12 (Thursday) due to fetal cardiac arrest at 8 weeks. A week later, on September 20 (Friday), I had a follow-up appointment where I had brown discharge, and the docto...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On September 12th (Thursday), I underwent an abortion procedure (the fetus had stopped heartbeat at 8 weeks). A week later, on September 20th (Friday), I had a follow-up appointment (at that time, there was only brown discharge). The doctor examined me and said it was normal. On ...

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Post-Abortion Concerns: What to Expect and When to Resume Activities

Post-abortion issues Hello, doctor. At that time, I was 9 weeks pregnant and underwent a vacuum aspiration procedure on May 15. After returning home, I started sweating whenever I got hot, and it stopped only when the air conditioning was on. The bleeding was manageable for the f...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
At that time, I was 9 weeks pregnant. On May 15, I underwent a vacuum aspiration procedure. After returning home, I started sweating whenever I felt warm, and it only stopped when I turned on the air conditioning. The first three days, the bleeding was manageable, but on the 18th...

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Post-Abortion Pain and Bleeding: What to Expect After Medication

Abdominal pain and lower back discomfort lasting for several days after a medical abortion? Hello doctor, I took RU486 on April 18 and the second dose on April 20. Shortly after, I started experiencing abdominal pain, and a few hours later, I passed a large blood clot. Since then...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On April 18, after taking RU486 and then the second dose on April 20, I started experiencing abdominal pain shortly after. A few hours later, I passed a large blood clot, and since then, I have been passing smaller clots. As of April 26, the bleeding is similar to the third day o...

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Post-Abortion Bleeding: Understanding Irregular Discharge After Surgery

Post-abortion bleeding outside of menstrual periods? Hello Dr. Huang: I underwent a surgical abortion on February 23 due to a 7-week fetus with no heartbeat. My menstruation returned on April 1, and during that time, I experienced intermittent brown spotting (I consulted a doctor...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On February 23, a surgical abortion was performed due to the absence of a heartbeat at 7 weeks of gestation. Menstruation did not return until April 1, with intermittent brown spotting in between (a doctor was consulted, and they advised to monitor the situation). The menstrual p...

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Understanding Post-Abortion Bleeding: Causes and Concerns

Abortion bleeding I would like to ask about my situation. I had an abortion on March 9, and I experienced bleeding until March 21. I did not have any bleeding on March 22, but on the evening of March 23, I suddenly had a small amount of bright red bleeding that stopped almost imm...


Dr. Chen Liqin Reply:
Hello, basically, having an ultrasound during a follow-up visit and finding that the pregnancy has ended is one diagnostic method. If Pei-Chen still feels uneasy, it is recommended to go to a medical facility to have a blood test to check the human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) le...

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Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Help

Hello, doctor? Hello doctor, my girlfriend took 6 pills of RU486 on January 11 (Friday). After taking the third pill, she started experiencing severe pain and heavy bleeding with many blood clots. On January 12 (Saturday), the bleeding decreased, but she felt some abdominal diste...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello, sir: Regarding the issue you raised, it is important to return for a follow-up appointment within three days after taking RU486 to confirm whether the abortion was successful. The symptoms you described cannot be assessed. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and...

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Understanding Post-Abortion Bleeding and Medication Effects

Medical abortion can lead to uterine contractions and bleeding that may last for over a month? I would like to ask about the use of uterotonics after a medical abortion. I have taken the uterotonics four times (three days each time, with weekly follow-ups). The bleeding has laste...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
After a medical abortion, I have taken uterotonics four times (three days of uterotonics each week during follow-up visits). The bleeding has lasted over four weeks. Yesterday, I had a follow-up ultrasound, and the doctor said my uterus is clear, and I am preparing to ovulate. I ...

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Understanding Post-Abortion Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice

Symptoms and Concerns After Surgical Abortion Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. After my surgery on December 6th at 3 PM, everything was very normal for the next 1-4 days; there was no bleeding or abdominal pain. However, starting on the afternoon of the fifth...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On December 6th, I underwent surgery at 3 PM. The first 1-4 days post-surgery were very normal, with no bleeding or abdominal pain. However, on the afternoon of the fifth day, I returned for a follow-up appointment at 3:30 PM. Before the consultation, I went to urinate and notice...

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Essential Supplements During Menstrual and Post-Abortion Care

How to take supplements for miscarriage recovery? Is it safe to take vitamin E and iron supplements during a medical abortion? Can they be taken during menstruation? Vitamin E is known for uterine repair, while iron supplements help with blood replenishment. Additionally, if some...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Can vitamin E and iron supplements be taken during a medical abortion? When menstruation occurs, can they be taken? Answer: Taking vitamin E during menstruation helps repair the uterus, while iron supplements are used to replenish blood. Now, if someone is taking hormones for end...

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Post-Abortion Concerns: Understanding hCG Levels and Uterine Health

Post-abortion complications There may be tissue or blood in my uterus, and my beta-hCG level was 56 after 17 days. If I have my blood drawn again in a week and the number decreases, can I rule out just a hematoma and confirm that it’s not a tissue issue? Can an ultrasound differe...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
There may be tissue or blood in the uterus. If the beta-hCG level is 56 after 17 days, and if the blood test shows a decrease after a week, can we rule out just a hematoma and confirm that it is not a tissue issue? Answer: Can an ultrasound determine whether it is tissue or blo...

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Understanding Post-Abortion Menstrual Changes: What to Expect

Menstruation After Abortion Hello, doctor. I underwent a medical abortion on July 13 and experienced bleeding until mid-August. The follow-up physician confirmed that the abortion was successful and mentioned that my menstrual period would likely return around August 20. My perio...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello Ms. Juan: (1) A menstrual period lasting longer than 7 days is considered prolonged menstruation and is classified as an abnormal condition. (2) It is not certain; please return for treatment or consultation. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares ...

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Understanding Post-Abortion Contraception and Menstrual Cycle Changes

Contraceptive pill issues? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. On June 30, I underwent a medical abortion, and 22 days later (on July 20), I had sexual intercourse with ejaculation. I took emergency contraception within 36 hours. That afternoon, I experienced a lit...


Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, emergency contraceptive pills can sometimes cause irregular menstruation, and the chances of pregnancy are low. The bleeding on July 27 could possibly be a menstrual period. It is recommended to start taking the contraceptive pills on the fifth day of your menstrual cycle....

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Understanding Post-Abortion Contraception and Menstrual Cycle Changes

Contraceptive pill issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. On June 30, I underwent a medical abortion, and then 22 days later (on July 20), I had sexual intercourse with ejaculation. I took emergency contraception within 36 hours. That afternoon, I experienced a...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On June 30, I underwent a medical abortion. Then, 22 days later (on July 20), I had sexual intercourse with ejaculation. I took emergency contraception within 36 hours, and that afternoon I experienced a little bit of bleeding, which stopped by that night. Five days after taking ...

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Post-Abortion Recovery: Can Chicken Essence Affect Fibrocystic Breasts?

Abortion Hello doctor, I underwent a surgical abortion on June 11 due to embryonic sac atrophy. I am now considering buying chicken essence to replenish my body, but I have fibrocystic breast changes. I found online that it is advisable to avoid eating chicken. I'm unsure if...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On June 11, I underwent a surgical abortion due to the atrophy of the gestational sac. Now I want to buy chicken essence to replenish my body, but I have breast fibrocystic changes. I found online that it is advisable to avoid eating chicken. I'm unsure if drinking chicken e...

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Post-Abortion Concerns: When to Seek Medical Attention After Sex

Post-Abortion Issues If you had sexual intercourse two weeks after an abortion and experienced bleeding and abdominal pain the next day, how long these symptoms will last can vary. It's important to monitor your symptoms closely. If the bleeding is heavy, or if the pain is s...


Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello Miss Xiaoning: If you experience bleeding and abdominal pain after sexual intercourse following an abortion, it is important to return to the original clinic for an examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Post-Abortion Bleeding: Causes and Concerns

Bleeding issues after an abortion? On March 18, I was informed by my doctor that the embryo had degenerated, and I underwent surgery on March 19. After the surgery, I returned home to rest and experienced no bleeding at all. During my follow-up appointment, the doctor reassured m...


Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On March 18, the doctor announced that the embryo had shrunk, and surgery was performed on March 19. After the surgery, I went home to rest and experienced no bleeding at all. During the follow-up visit, the doctor informed me that everything was fine, but an ultrasound showed a ...

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