Termination of pregnancy

Termination of pregnancy refers to the cessation of the process in which the pregnant mother assumes responsibility for the growth and development of the fetus in her body. The pregnancy ends when the fetus and its attachments, namely the embryo and placenta, are expelled from the mother. Termination of pregnancy means the end of pregnancy. Generally, it is because of unexpected pregnancy, serious physical defects of the fetus, pregnancy-related diseases of the pregnant woman (gestational hypertension), or abnormal growth and development caused by various reasons (abnormal amniotic fluid flow).

The whole process

Under normal circumstances, abortion is only performed within 10 weeks of pregnancy. Because the earlier the abortion surgery is performed, the simpler and safer it is; on the contrary, the surgery is more complicated and the recovery time after the surgery is longer. Within 10 weeks of pregnancy, the test tube embryo or fetal bones have not been formed, and 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 1-2 hours after the operation. The recovery is also rapid, and the impact on the body is small.

If the pregnancy is more than 10 weeks, the fetus has grown gradually and the uterus has also grown. At this time, it is not suitable to use simple suction uterine surgery for abortion, and forceps curettage should be used to terminate the pregnancy. This surgical treatment is difficult, involves a lot of bleeding, and is slow to recover, which has a certain impact on the human body.

If the pregnancy exceeds 14 weeks, the above two types of abortion cannot be performed, and hospitalization for induced labor is required, which further increases the pain of the pregnant woman and the risk of surgery. Pregnant women who need to terminate their pregnancy should try to undergo vacuum aspiration surgery within 10 weeks of pregnancy.

Frequently asked questions

Pay attention to your diet

To choose a suitable diet, the food should be easy to digest and absorb, especially the food containing various vitamins and nutrients, such as various vegetables, fruits, beans, eggs, meat and so on. People with gastrointestinal yin deficiency and internal heat should be cautious when taking cold foods, such as mung beans, white fungus, lotus seeds, etc.; people with yin deficiency and hyperactivity of fire should be cautious when taking chicken, beef, mutton, lamb, crucian carp and other foods that are easy to get angry. Pay attention to calcium supplementation (beef, mutton, lean pork, liver, kidney, egg yolk, blood, vegetables, fresh fruits, which are rich in copper), and ensure adequate protein intake.

Take rest

After the drug terminates pregnancy, you need to rest for 1-2 weeks and gradually increase your activity level. Do not engage in heavy physical work or work in cold water within half a month after the abortion to avoid reduced resistance and causing other diseases.

Prohibition of sexual activity

After the pregnancy is terminated, the cervix has not yet completely closed, and the uterine wall also has a whole process of repair. During this period, you should pay attention to maintaining the daily cleanliness of the vulva. Commonly used sanitary napkins and other utensils and underwear should be washed and changed frequently. You do not need to take a bath in a tub within about half a month after the operation to prevent turbid water from entering the vagina and causing infection. If you have sex too soon after an abortion, it can easily lead to subacute endometritis and pelvic inflammatory disease, and may also cause secondary infertility. Therefore, couples are prohibited from having sexual intercourse within one month after an abortion.

4. Observe the bleeding situation. If vaginal bleeding lasts for more than one week after abortion, or is even accompanied by abnormal symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, fever, turbid discharge and odor, you should go to the hospital for follow-up treatment in time.

Take good contraceptive measures

After the pregnancy ends, the functions of the uterus, ovaries and uterus gradually recover, and the uterus and ovaries ovulate on time. If you don't persist in taking good contraceptive measures. Soon you will get pregnant again. Therefore, after an abortion, a reliable contraceptive method should be chosen as soon as possible. Abortion is only a rescue surgery that is taken as a last resort after an accidental pregnancy. Contraception should always be the main method, and abortion cannot be used as a countermeasure for contraceptive sterilization surgery.