What to do if you bleed after an abortion

It is normal to bleed after an abortion, and it usually stops in about a week. If the bleeding lasts for a long time, you should go to the hospital for examination to prevent post-operative infection that may cause diseases such as cervical erosion. A friend asked me when can I have an abortion? What should I pay attention to when having an abortion? What should I do after an abortion to avoid affecting my health? A series of problems are bothering friends, don't be nervous and take a look at the specific information.

The most convenient time for a single person

It is most appropriate to have an artificial abortion within 10 weeks of pregnancy. Because the earlier the abortion is performed, the simpler and safer it will be; otherwise, the operation will be more complicated and the recovery time will be longer.

Commonly used early abortion procedures include suction uterine extraction (negative pressure aspiration) and curettage. The former is suitable for pregnant women within 10 weeks, and the latter is suitable for pregnant women between 10 and 14 weeks. Within 10 weeks of pregnancy, the uterus is not too large; the fetus and fetal mass have not yet formed, so there is generally no need to dilate the cervix and the fetal mass tissue can be easily sucked out; the reaction during the operation is mild; there is little bleeding, the operation time is short, and you can go home after resting for 1 to 2 hours after the operation. Recovery is also fast, and the impact on the body is small.

During the 10th to 14th week of pregnancy, as the embryo gradually grows, the fetal cavity has been formed, and the uterus also grows, it is not appropriate to use simple suction uterine abortion at this time, but platinum curettage abortion. The operation is difficult, involves a lot of bleeding, and has a relatively slow recovery, which has a certain impact on the body.

If the pregnancy exceeds 14 weeks, the above two types of artificial abortion cannot be performed, and hospitalization for induced abortion is required, which increases the pain of the pregnant woman and the risk of the operation.

Therefore, pregnant women who need artificial abortion should try to undergo aspiration surgery within 10 weeks of pregnancy to reduce the pain of the abortion.

What should I pay attention to when traveling with two people?

Taking the following important steps can minimize the harm of abortion to the human body.

Step 1: Don’t joke with your life, choose a regular hospital

Step 2: Choose the appropriate abortion method. Artificial termination of pregnancy is called artificial abortion. It is generally divided into two types: medical abortion and suction abortion.

The outstanding advantage of medical abortion is that it avoids surgical damage to the endometrium, and is especially suitable for first-time pregnant women. Medical abortion is suitable for those whose pregnancy period is less than 49 days. The shorter the pregnancy period, the better the effect. Generally speaking, young women who have not given birth often choose medical abortion. But medical abortion also has its disadvantages:

1. The failure rate is about 10%, and those who fail need to undergo uterine curettage (the longer the pregnancy, the higher the failure rate; the failure rate increases for those who have undergone artificial abortion).

2. Possible side effects of the drug include:

① Gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, etc.

② Headache, fever, numbness of the palms, etc. ③ Lower abdominal pain and anal distension ④ Effects on the cardiovascular system ⑤ Allergic reactions.

3. Under normal circumstances, the amount of bleeding during medical abortion is 3-4 times that of artificial abortion.

4. The uterine bleeding time of complete miscarriage is about half a month (18 days on average), and about 4% of people may experience severe bleeding.

The requirements for gestational time for artificial abortion are more relaxed than those for medical abortion, and it is suitable for termination of pregnancy at 6-12 weeks.

The amount of bleeding in artificial abortion is less than that in medical abortion, and the uterine bleeding time is shorter than that in medical abortion. Generally, the bleeding will stop within 10 days after the operation. However, it also has disadvantages: there is a possibility of complications of artificial abortion surgery, including incomplete aspiration, missed aspiration, uterine perforation, cervical laceration, postoperative infection, intraoperative and postoperative bleeding, abortion syndrome, cervical and intrauterine adhesions, menstrual disorders, etc.

Artificial abortion can be divided into two types: ordinary abortion and painless abortion according to the different anesthesia methods during the operation. The surgical procedure is the same, except that painless abortion uses anesthetics (intravenous analgesia) during the operation, while traditional abortion only uses local anesthesia. The anesthetic effects are different: local anesthesia can only relieve pain, while intravenous anesthetics can achieve a completely painless effect.

From the perspective of surgery, the populations that are suitable and prohibited for both are the same, but it is still necessary to understand the specific blood routine results and then decide when to use which surgical method based on the doctor's advice.

Step 3: Choose the right time for surgery

The best time for abortion is within 6-8 weeks of pregnancy. The pregnancy time is too short, because the embryo is too small, it is easy to have an abortion

Incomplete; if the pregnancy time is too long and the fetus is too large, the operation time will be prolonged, the bleeding will increase, and the trauma to the patient will also increase significantly.

Step 4: Make adequate preparations before surgery

Step 5: Postoperative conditioning should be appropriate

You should rest for two weeks after the abortion. It is not suitable to engage in strenuous physical activities and heavy mental work. You cannot take a bath or swim within one month after the operation, and avoid eating ginseng, deer antlers, etc. After surgery, the body's resistance decreases, so attention should be paid to local hygiene to prevent infection. You should take precautions against pregnancy within six months after surgery to allow the uterus to recover better.

4. Diet and health care after artificial abortion

1. Dietary principles after abortion

After an artificial abortion, it is still necessary to make reasonable arrangements for the quantity, quality and mutual combination of various foods to meet the body's needs for protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, inorganic salts, water and cellulose. In order to promote recovery after artificial abortion, dietary adjustments should focus on the following points:

(1) Protein is an important component of antibodies. If it is not consumed enough, the body's resistance will be reduced. Within half a month after an artificial abortion, 1.5 to 2 grams of protein should be given per kilogram of body weight, and the daily amount is about 100 to 150 grams. Therefore, you can eat more chicken, lean pork, eggs, milk, beans, and bean products.

(2) After an artificial abortion, the body is weak and prone to sweating. Therefore, water should be replenished in small amounts and multiple times to reduce water evaporation; more water-soluble vitamins are excreted in sweat, especially vitamin C, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2, so you should eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. This also helps prevent constipation.

(3) On the basis of a normal diet, appropriately limit fat. Within one week after surgery, fat should be controlled at around 80 grams per day. People with menstrual disorders should avoid eating irritating foods, such as chili peppers, wine, vinegar, pepper, ginger, etc. These foods can stimulate congestion of the sexual organs and increase menstrual volume. They should also avoid eating cold foods such as crabs, snails, and clams.

2. How to nourish after artificial abortion

After miscarriage, attention should be paid to dietary nourishment, which has a great impact on women's physical health. Because miscarriage causes certain damage to the body and causes the loss of a certain amount of blood, coupled with the psychological stress and physical pain during the process, the body will be weaker after the miscarriage, and some people may even be prone to anemia. Therefore, proper nourishment is absolutely necessary, and the degree and duration of nourishment should be determined by comprehensive consideration of the abortion patient's physical condition and the amount of blood loss.

First of all, we must ensure the supply of high-quality protein, adequate vitamins and inorganic salts, especially sufficient iron to prevent the occurrence of anemia. Food choices should be both nutritious and easy to digest and absorb. Fresh fish, tender chicken, eggs, animal liver, animal blood, lean meat, soy products, milk, jujube, lotus seeds, fresh fruits and vegetables can be provided. Do not eat or eat less greasy, raw and cold food. Avoid eating radish, hawthorn, bitter melon, orange and other foods that regulate qi, promote blood circulation, and are cold in nature. You should eat more easily digestible food. The best time for nourishing is half a month. For those who are weak, have poor physical condition, or have lost a lot of blood, the nourishing time can be appropriately extended as appropriate.

3. Diet therapy after miscarriage

(1) Egg and date soup. 2 eggs, 10 red dates, and appropriate amount of brown sugar. Put water in a pot and bring it to a boil, then beat in the eggs and cook them. When the water boils again, add red dates and brown sugar and simmer for 20 minutes. It has the effects of tonifying the middle, replenishing qi and nourishing blood. Suitable for conditioning anemia and deficiency of Qi and blood after illness and childbirth.

(2) Lychee and jujube soup. 7 dried lychees and 7 dried dates. Add water and decoct, 1 dose per day. It has the effect of nourishing blood and promoting body fluid. Suitable for conditioning women with anemia and physical weakness after miscarriage.

(3)Soy milk and rice porridge. 2 bowls of soy milk, 50 grams of rice, and appropriate amount of white sugar. Wash the rice, cook it with soy milk to make porridge, and add sugar after it is cooked. Take on an empty stomach every morning. It has the effects of harmonizing the spleen and stomach, clearing away heat and moistening dryness. Suitable for recuperation of physical weakness after abortion.

(4) Pigeon and wolfberry soup. 1 baby pigeon, 30 grams of wolfberry, a little salt. Remove the hair and internal organs of the pigeon, wash it, put it into a pot, add water and wolfberry and stew it together. Add a little salt when it is cooked. Eat meat and drink soup twice a day. It has the effects of invigorating qi, nourishing blood and regulating deficiency. It is suitable for symptoms such as physical weakness after abortion, qi deficiency after illness, fatigue, spontaneous sweating due to superficial deficiency, etc.

(5) Candied red dates. 50 grams of dried red dates, 100 grams of peanuts, and 50 grams of brown sugar. Wash the dried red dates and soak them in warm water. Briefly boil the peanuts, peel them and set aside. Put dates and peanuts into a small aluminum pot, add appropriate amount of water, and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the peanuts, add brown sugar, and wait until the brown sugar dissolves and the juice is collected. It has the effects of nourishing blood and regulating deficiency. Suitable for anemia after miscarriage or low blood count.

After an artificial abortion, the physical condition is particularly weak. It is necessary to supplement the necessary protein, improve the body's immunity and resistance, avoid eating too much greasy food, and be sure to go to a regular hospital for the abortion. A friend I knew before became pregnant. She walked around the street for a few times and then found a random hospital for an abortion. This won’t work. Regular hospitals are more reliable. If you lose a lot of blood, you can eat red dates as a supplement. If you feel unwell, go to the hospital for treatment.