How long does it take for menstruation to return to normal after an abortion?

The bleeding time after artificial abortion is generally about one week, and the amount of bleeding is less than that of normal menstruation. As long as the abortion is successful, menstruation will come about one month after the operation. Some women have irregular menstruation for several months after an abortion. This is also a normal phenomenon because the recovery cycle of each person's ovary is different. Learn more about how long it takes for menstruation to be normal after an abortion.

1. Generally, menstruation will come normally about one month after abortion. It is very common that after a woman has an abortion, the hormones in her body quickly withdraw, leading to endocrine disorders, which in turn affects her menstruation. Generally speaking, the ovaries can resume ovulation within 22 days after an abortion, so it can be inferred that menstruation will occur about one month after the abortion.

2. The menstrual cycle may change after an abortion. A small number of women experience menstrual disorders such as prolonged menstruation, irregular cycles, and amenorrhea after an abortion. This situation usually returns to normal after 2 to 3 months, and in a few people it lasts longer. In addition, ovulation function can usually be restored within 22 days, so you should pay attention to the possibility of getting pregnant again.

3. It is normal to have irregular menstruation within 3 months after abortion, and the menstrual cycle may sometimes be affected by external factors.

4. The menstrual period after abortion will also vary depending on the number of days of pregnancy and individual physical condition. Generally speaking, the second menstrual cycle will follow after early pregnancy abortion. In many cases, the time of menstruation may vary depending on the changes in the body's hormones caused by painless abortion, which may also lead to delayed ovulation and menstruation. Therefore, there may be a phenomenon of not having menstruation for one month or several months after painless abortion. If your period is delayed for more than 7-10 days, you must go to the hospital for a detailed examination.