How long after an abortion will a woman normally have her period? After an abortion, many women are concerned about when their periods will return. As everyone knows, whether it's a natural miscarriage or an artificial abortion, the impact on a woman's physical and mental health is very significant. Therefore, women should learn more about contraception knowledge and take safety measures. It is not advisable to undergo multiple abortions. Many do not realize that irregular menstruation after an abortion is a common aftermath. So, how long after an abortion will the period return, and what should be done if the period does not return after an abortion? Below, experts from Xi'an Gynecological Hospital analyze this issue.
How long after an abortion is it normal for menstruation to return?
>> One month after an abortion, menstruation usually returns.
Director Luo Chunmei of the Gynecology Department at Xi'an Sankin Hospital introduced that if a woman takes good care of herself after an abortion, generally within one month menstruation will return. However, experts also remind that an abortion can cause damage to the uterine lining, leading to endocrine disorders and temporary menstrual irregularities, which are all normal. The recovery period is usually around three months. If a woman’s period is still irregular after three months, she should seek medical attention as soon as possible.
>> If menstruation does not return after an abortion, medical attention should be sought promptly.
If a woman does not have her period one month after an abortion, she should quickly go to a regular hospital for examination to find out why her period has not returned and actively cooperate with the doctor for treatment to solve the problem as soon as possible.
The lack of menstruation after an abortion is closely related to inadequate post-operative care. Below we look at the reasons for the lack of menstruation after an abortion:
>> 1. Having sex or taking a bath too soon after the operation. After an abortion, doctors usually advise patients not to have sexual intercourse for a certain amount of time, but some women ignore this advice and resume sexual activity or take baths shortly after the surgery, causing bacteria to invade the vagina and uterus, resulting in pelvic infections that lead to irregular menstruation or amenorrhea. Therefore, women must strictly follow medical advice after an abortion.
>> 2. Frequent abortions. Some women lack knowledge of contraception, leading to multiple abortions within a year, which results in the thinning of the uterine lining, making it difficult to recover in a short period of time, thus causing irregular menstruation. Additionally, if the basal layer of the uterine lining is completely damaged, it could result in permanent amenorrhea. Therefore, women should avoid multiple abortions to prevent ruining their lifelong happiness.
>> 3. Excessive anxiety and tension. Some women fear the procedure before the abortion, while others worry about not being able to conceive afterward, creating a mental burden. If such emotions persist after the operation, they can very likely lead to amenorrhea. Therefore, women should stay relaxed both before and after the operation. Choosing a regular hospital for an abortion will not affect future fertility.
In conclusion, if an "unexpected pregnancy" occurs, women opting for painless abortion should choose a regular medical institution to ensure the safety and reliability of the surgery, avoiding harm to the uterus and ensuring the protection of future fertility. Women who are not ready to become mothers should strengthen their contraception measures and take care of their bodies! Xi'an Sankin Hospital wishes you good health!
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