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Abortion

Ending pregnancy by removing the fetus before it can survive outside the uterus is called abortion. Medical abortion is done up to the 10th week of pregnancy, where tablets Mifepristone and Misoprostol are used. The other methods used are vacuum aspiration, dilation and evacuation, and induction abortion.

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Will I be able to conceive again with a perforated uterus?

Query: Hello doctor, I did an abortion seven years before, and I have not got any complications since then. But I was reading about the perforated uterus, and now I am worried. I do not have any medical issues, and my concern is that I am getting scared I might not be able to conceive again.  Read Full »


Dr. Nadia Khan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for sharing your concern, and it is quite understandable. Uterine perforation usually occurs if abortion is being performed by the use of sharp instruments and vigorous curettage. If the abortion was undertaken with medicines only then, there is no such chanc...  Read Full »

Is pain during sex after an abortion normal?

Query: Hello doctor,Is pain during sex after an abortion normal? I had an abortion about a week ago, and my boyfriend and I attempted to have intercourse, but I experienced some stomach pain during it. I am just wondering if it is normal to experience this. I took a painkiller too. Please help.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I am very sorry to hear about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. It is common to experience some discomfort or pain during sex after an abortion, especially during the first few weeks after the procedure. This is because the cervix may s...  Read Full »

Is it necessary to take anti-D injection post abortion in Rh-negative woman?

Query: Hello doctor, I am O negative and my husband is Rh-positive. I have a baby of 1.6 years old, Rh-positive. Now I am pregnant of six weeks and do not want to continue so I take an abortion kit but after taking all four Misoprostol pills bleeding not started yet and it is almost 24 hours gone. What...  Read Full »


Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You need to do one ultrasound scan to confirm the pregnancy. If you had done scan before taking pills then wait for 12 days and if no bleeding then repeat ultrasound scan. And if you did not do ultra scan then get it done. You should bleed. But if not then either you had ...  Read Full »

I had abortion, D and C, two months ago and my periods are not regular. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I had abortion, D and C, two months ago. After that, I got my regular cycle on the next month, and it was normal. Last month starting there was a one-day spotting, which again started on the mid of the month and lasted for four days. And after some days I had periods with a dark brown ...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepti Kurmi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If there is a history of sexual intercourse after abortion, then I would suggest you do a blood test and serum beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) after 10 days of intercourse. Also, I would advise you to do one pelvic ultrasound and serum beta hCG to rule out an...  Read Full »

Please provide detailed information about abortion.

Query: Hello doctor,I am considering my options, and I have questions about abortion. What are the different types of abortion procedures available, and how do they work? Can you provide information on the potential risks and side effects of each method? Additionally, I am curious about the emotional and p...  Read Full »


Dr. Monica Mathur

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.There are two types of abortion procedures available. The first one is a medical abortion in which medicine or tablets are administered over 48 hours, leading to subsequent bleeding for almost five to seven days, ...  Read Full »

I am worried as my handicapped girlfriend who has a bent spine has conceived and we are not ready for a child yet. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, We had sex 15 days ago, and my girlfriend conceived. We both do not want pregnancy yet. She is disabled, has a bent spine, and would not be able to go through the pregnancy. We need advice for abortion medicine. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. If you had unprotected intercourse, then you should have taken an emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours, but it is more than 72 hours. Please mention her last menstrual cycle date so I can help you properly. I...  Read Full »

What are the risks of getting an abortion at 5 weeks of pregnancy?

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 19-year-old girl. I have recently found out that I am five weeks pregnant. However, I am not ready for a baby yet, and I would like to medically terminate my pregnancy. May I know what are the risks of getting an abortion done at this stage of pregnancy? Is this going to affect m...  Read Full »


Dr. Khushbu

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern. The risks of getting an abortion depend on the type and timing of the procedure. Generally, abortion is a safe and common health intervention, but it may have some side effects or complications, such as:Bleeding, cramping, or pain.Infection...  Read Full »

I am not prepared for an unplanned pregnancy. What to do?

Query: Hi doctor, I find myself facing a challenging situation and would greatly appreciate your guidance. I am a 28-year-old woman who has consistently had regular menstrual cycles. However, an unplanned event has occurred recently, leading me to consider options like abortion. Could you please outline th...  Read Full »


Dr. Khushbu

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I understand this is a challenging time for you. While I can offer general information about abortion, I cannot provide specific advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for guidance tailored to your situatio...  Read Full »

Does blood clots mean successful termination of pregnancy?

Query: Hello doctor, I recently went through a medical abortion yesterday. I was two weeks into gestation, the cramping and bleeding started four hours later. I did pass out a few blood clots shortly after the cramps started. My concern is that the bleeding was not heavy at all that today the bleeding sto...  Read Full »


Dr. Dattaprasad Balasaheb Inamdar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Abortion will definitely cause bleeding more than normal periods. Passage of blood clots may just indicate the start of process of abortion and bleeding may continue for 5 to 7 days. It all depends on the quantity of blood clots you passed. If it was indeed excessive ab...  Read Full »

I have no bleeding even after taking Misoprostol. Kindly help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am 27 years old. My weight is 143 lbs. Height is 1'6". At 9 AM I took three tablets of Cytotec drugs orally and inserted one. But have been having cramp and diarrhea but no bleeding just sign of small blood when I urinate. Please can I insert another one this night?  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The abortion procedure depends on the age of gestation. Cytotec contains Misoprostol and it is used for the abortion procedure. For the first trimester, abortion Mifepristone should be given orally as 600 mg dose and than Misoprostol orally or vaginally inserted a...  Read Full »

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