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New Delhi. Issues related to women’s health are often not discussed openly in the society, especially when it comes to ‘Abortion’. Whether abortion is medical or spontaneous, it has a direct impact on the menstrual cycle of the woman. It takes time for the body to return to normal after abortion, because during this time the levels of hormones like progesterone and estrogen change suddenly. Women often have questions about when their periods will become normal after abortion and how normal is the bleeding during this period.
Bleeding immediately after abortion: periods or something else?
Bleeding that occurs immediately after an abortion is not considered a true ‘period’. This is the process of expelling the uterine tissues by the body. If the abortion has occurred through medication, heavy bleeding and clots may occur which may last from a few days to two weeks. At the same time, in case of surgical abortion, bleeding occurs for less time.
When does the first period come? (When to expect the first period)
most women have miscarriages 4 to 6 weeks The first normal period comes within. However, this depends on how long the pregnancy was. Since pregnancy hormone (hCG) takes time to be completely eliminated from the body, there may be a delay of up to 8 weeks in some cases. If periods do not start even after 8 weeks, it is mandatory to contact a doctor.
Changes in the pattern of periods: What will be different?
The first or second period after abortion may be different from your usual days:
Heavy Bleeding: Bleeding may be more due to the uterine lining being completely cleared.
Extreme pain: You may feel more cramps than on normal days.
Irregularity: The cycle may become smaller or larger for the next few months, which gradually returns to normal.
Ovulation and risk of second pregnancy
A big misconception is that a woman cannot become pregnant again until her periods arrive. The truth is that abortion ovulation only after 2 weeks (egg formation) may begin. This means that you can conceive again even before your periods arrive. If you do not want to have another pregnancy soon, you should start using contraceptive measures immediately after the abortion.
Recognize these danger signs (Warning Signs)
If you have the following problems after an abortion, it may be a sign of infection or complication:
Persistent very heavy bleeding (drenching 2 pads every hour).
High fever and chills.
Foul smelling discharge from the vagina.
Unbearable pain in the lower abdomen which is not cured by medicine.
