After Abortion Care
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After Abortion Care
You are not Alone.
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Whether you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, have questions about abortion, or need treatment for an STD, we are here for you.
Call us at (330) 264-5880 or make an appointment online.
Call us at (330) 264-5880 or make an appointment online.
Many women have concerns about their health following an abortion. It is important to understand what symptoms to expect and how to take care of yourself after an abortion. Your doctor or clinic should provide you with specific abortion after-care instructions.
Taking Care Of Yourself After An Abortion
- Drink water and healthy fluids.
- Eat healthy food.
- Get plenty of rest.
- Avoid strenuous exercise and lifting heavy objects for at least one week.
- Take any antibiotics you were given for the full number of days prescribed.
- Avoid vaginal insertions for at least two weeks, including sex and tampons.
Call your doctor if you are concerned about any symptoms you are having.
Complications & Warning Signs
Call your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms after an abortion:
- Heavy bleeding or passing large clots (larger than golf ball size).
- Bleeding that lasts more than 14 days.
- Fever over 100 degrees.
- Abdominal pain that is worse than a normal period.
- Signs of infection such as achiness and general feeling of illness.
- Vomiting that lasts more than 4 hours.
- Sudden abdominal swelling or rapid heart rate.
- Vaginal discharge that has increased in amount or smells bad.
- Pain, redness or swelling in the genital area.
If you have any of the above after an abortion, seek emergency medical care immediately.
Physical Effects
Your doctor or clinic should provide you with specific abortion after-care instructions. Most women experience some of the following after an abortion:
- Bleeding – on average bleeding lasts 14 days but can last up to 21 days.
- Cramping
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Nausea/Vomiting
These symptoms typically resolve within a week but may take longer. If symptoms persist or become severe, don’t hesitate to contact your doctor.
One of the most common complications associated with abortion is infection. This can be caused by incomplete abortion or exposure to bacteria vaginally, such as by having sex too soon. You can reduce the risk of infection by waiting to have sex and using pads instead of tampons.
Symptoms of infections include strong-smelling vaginal discharge, fever, and severe pelvic pain. Untreated infections can result in pelvic inflammatory disease, so call your doctor for treatment as soon as you notice symptoms.
Other potential complications that a woman may experience after an abortion include:
- Incomplete or failed abortion, in which the fetus is still viable or was not fully evacuated from the womb. This can cause serious medical complications.
- Uterine perforation, which has symptoms of severe abdominal pain, bleeding, and fever.
- Septic shock, which has symptoms that include fever, chills, abdominal pain, and low blood pressure.
- Some symptoms can indicate an emergency complication stemming from your abortion. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek emergency medical care:
- fever
- excessively heavy bleeding (as discussed above)
- strong-smelling vaginal discharge
- chills
- severe abdominal pain
Reversal Options
If you have taken the first dose of the pill and are experiencing doubts about your abortion, it may be possible to reverse your abortion.4 Every hour since your first dose of the abortion pill matters, so it’s important to call the Abortion Reversal Hotline at 877-558-0333 or an OB provider as soon as possible.
Post-Abortion Symptoms
If you or someone you care about has experienced abortion in the past, feelings of regret or depression can unexpectedly surface. To determine if a past abortion is impacting your life, ask yourself these questions:
- Do you feel reluctant to talk about abortion, or do you feel guilt, anger, or sorrow when discussing your own abortion?
- Do you have lingering feelings of resentment or anger toward people involved in your abortion decision?
- Are you dealing with excessive anxiety, sadness, or anger?
- Do you tend to think of your life in terms of before and after the abortion?
- Do you have nightmares or flashbacks related to your abortion?
- Have you started using or increased your use of drugs or alcohol since the abortion?
- Have you developed an eating disorder?
If you answered yes to more than one of these questions, you may want to consider seeking post-abortion support.
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You made the decision you thought was best.
But now it seems to be hurting you more than you ever thought possible and causing unexplained emotions. If abortion has left you broken, we can help you discover peace and healing through our post-abortion support. You will be able to freely discuss your abortion experience in a non-judgmental, confidential, and safe atmosphere. Individual one-on-one sessions with our trained and experienced staff are available at NO COST to you. Call or Text us to schedule an appointment.
You made the decision you thought was best.
But now it seems to be hurting you more than you ever thought possible and causing unexplained emotions. If abortion has left you broken, we can help you discover peace and healing through our post-abortion support. You will be able to freely discuss your abortion experience in a non-judgmental, confidential, and safe atmosphere. Individual one-on-one sessions with our trained and experienced staff are available at NO COST to you. Call or Text us to schedule an appointment.
What others are saying about Pregnancy Care Center of Wayne County
I absolutely loved my visit. Everyone was very nice and helpfu.l I couldn't ask for a better person for an ultrasound tech. I will definitely keep in touch with them!
Crystal W.
The staff cared and explained and answered my questions fully, I am grateful for your staff and resources.
Sarah A.
Amazing, helpful, loving people.... love going not only for the support by the awesome staff, but also for the teachings and opportunities to earn nice things for my baby while learning ways to better take care of him and be a better parent.
Alea M.
What others are saying about Pregnancy Care Center of Wayne County
I absolutely loved my visit. Everyone was very nice and helpfu.l I couldn't ask for a better person for an ultrasound tech. I will definitely keep in touch with them!
Crystal W.
The staff cared and explained and answered my questions fully, I am grateful for your staff and resources.
Sarah A.
Amazing, helpful, loving people.... love going not only for the support by the awesome staff, but also for the teachings and opportunities to earn nice things for my baby while learning ways to better take care of him and be a better parent.
Alea M.
Questions & Answers
Walk-ins are welcome; however, it is best to make an appointment to minimize your office wait time, please call us at 330.264.5880, or schedule an appointment online.
Our professional medical-grade lab quality pregnancy test can determine pregnancy the first day after your first missed period. We recommend you make an appointment if you have missed a period, have any pregnancy related questions, or think you might be pregnant.
After completing paperwork, you will meet with our medical professionals to go over your information and a pregnancy test will be administered. With a positive pregnancy test result, we will then confirm a living, intrauterine pregnancy via an ultrasound.
All our services are provided free of charge.
All you need is photo ID. If receiving a pregnancy test or limited ultrasound you will need to drink plenty of water to ensure you have a full bladder.
Absolutely, you can bring your boyfriend, family member or friend. We will talk with you privately first. Then provided you have given us consent to have them in the room, your guest will be able to join you.
We adhere to a strict privacy and confidentiality policy. Clients will be protected from disclosure of information that violates their right to privacy except where required by law, required for public health reasons, required to avert a threat of harm to the client or a third person, or when other circumstances may reasonably warrant such use or disclosure without prior authorization (e.g., abuse reporting, suicide/homicide prevention, etc.)
Call 330 264-5880 or Text 330 294-9649