The abortion is a harsh procedure, not only because it is controversial, but also because the risks it involves on the health of a woman.
It is true that every woman is entitled to choose when to become a mother, but it is always best to be safe rather than going through such a procedure.
After an abortion, your body won’t just have to recover physically, since it is an invasive procedure, but hormonally as well, as a major process of pregnancy is stopped.
Pregnancy involves the release of various hormones and substances in the body of a woman to help her body adjust to the new task.
Because of all these, there is always a risk connected to an abortion. This is why there is only a limited number of abortions a woman can endure during her lifetime.
What is an abortion and when can it be done?
First of all, you should know that an abortion is the termination of a pregnancy. The more advanced the pregnancy is, the higher the risks.
If you do end up facing an unwanted pregnancy, you need to address it in a timely manner in case you decide you do not wish to be a mother just yet.
Never exceed the first trimester of pregnancy for this procedure, which means you must do it in the first three months of pregnancy if you want to stay on the safe side as much as possible.
The safe side means to still be able to have children when you finally decide it is time.
As mentioned before, the earlier you are in the pregnancy, the better it is to act toward getting an abortion if that is your decision.
In the early stages, the procedure is less painful, has lower risks, and it will cost you less. Of course, there are women you will opt for an abortion in the second trimester, which means the pregnancy is between four and six months.
However, the risks in this case are significantly higher, with the health and well-being of a woman being put in a greater danger.
Doctors will also not recommend terminating a pregnancy in the third trimester, meaning past six months of pregnancy, unless your life is being put in danger.
With all these things said, many states are concerned about the legalities associated with abortion. In some countries around the world, abortion remains illegal.
These include Egypt, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Malta, and many others. On the other hand, there are also countries where abortion is legal. One of them is the United States.
Generally, abortion has been legal across all states. But each state provides its own set of guidelines to follow for women who plan to undergo an abortion. For example, abortion is currently legal in Florida.
However, the state has imposed some restrictions to protect women’s lives. It means that Florida abortion is only allowed after the first trimester if the mother’s life is in danger or if the pregnancy results from incest or rape.
Also, before one can ask for an abortion, they’re required to take several steps, such as a 24-hour waiting period and mandatory counseling. Thankfully, there are many reliable resource websites online where they can obtain information about abortion and what to do to ensure a safe procedure.
How many abortions can be made without facing risks?
When it comes to an abortion, there is always a risk involved, even if it is just a slight one. But how many abortions can a woman have?
It is hard to give out a number because this depends on the organism of each woman, her medical history, health problems, and many variables.
There are women who have faced two or three abortions and still enjoyed a good health afterward. But there are also women who suffered from complications after their first abortion. [1]
So, we can say it is more a Russian roulette because no one can know how your body will take the procedure.
If you don’t want to let your health in the hands of destiny, it is best to keep the number of abortions at a minimum. It is highly recommended to use the various contraception methods available if you went through two abortions, as it is never good to push your luck and to subject yourself to further risks.
When you have decided that an abortion is the best solution in your case, you have two options.
You can opt to end your pregnancy surgically or through medication. However, the choice of how to do an abortion is not entirely yours all the time because it depends on how advanced your pregnancy is.
Abortion done through medication is usually done in the first nine weeks or less of the pregnancy. If you are past the nine weeks of pregnancy, surgical abortion will remain your only option.
What happens after an abortion?
If everything goes well during an abortion, the patient can go back to normal daily activities within a day or two. Still, it is recommended not to unroll any physical effort for a week after the procedure.
The doctor will also recommend the avoidance of any sexual intercourse for a period as well. Once the sexual intercourse is resumed, it is advisable to use a condom, to avoid vaginal infections, since the area will be sensitive for a while.
Most women would like to know if they will be able to have children after an abortion. If there aren’t any complications and a woman is in good health, she can have children later on in life, when she decides.
But all women should be highly aware that it is possible to become pregnant again in days after getting the abortion. This is why a safety method is necessary.
If you went through an abortion, or wish to avoid one, there are plenty contraception methods to choose from, as they are safer for your health.
Conclusion
Indeed, abortion remains a controversial topic in society these days. Although many states have legalized other abortion procedures along with some restrictions, many women are still concerned about the effects of abortion on their overall health.
Because of this, it’s best to familiarize yourself with all the information about abortion, including the number of procedures you can have before you’re at risk.
Fortunately, by keeping the information mentioned above, you’ll equip yourself with the knowledge to help you make a good decision about your pregnancy and health.
References:
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1. https://www.bmj.com/content/345/bmj.e5907
2. https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/abortion/considering-abortion/what-facts-about-abortion-do-i-need-know
3. https://www.nhs.uk/news/medical-practice/how-common-are-repeat-abortions/
4. https://www.guttmacher.org/gpr/2007/05/repeat-abortion-repeat-unintended-pregnancy-repeated-and-misguided-government-policies
Hi My name is Mima.
I had an abortion on the 9th of February and I bled that day. Didn’t bleed for two days after and the bleeding started again. Today the 17th of February while still bleeding, I started having cramps and the bleeding is a bit heavier but not abnormal. Should I be worried?
Hi Mima, you might experience irregular bleeding for up to three weeks following the abortion and cramps could last you for about two weeks. If it goes any longer than that, or you experience passing of clots bigger than a golf ball for over two hours, bleeding through two pads in an hour for more than two hours, or heavy bleeding for more than 12 hours, then you should call your doctor. But what you are describing sounds relatively normal.
Hello
-Is it normal to have slight cramps and bleedings 48h after an abortion by surgery (general anesthesia) ?
-It was an abortion after almost 18weeks of pregnancy : how can I make sure in few weeks that the cervix and uterus are perfectly healed ?
-It was my 2nd abortion, my future child could be specially concerned by prematurely birth because of that ?
Sorry for my bad English and thank you all for paying attention to my case as well as for your answer
Hi Soissons,
1) Yes it is perfectly normal to have mild cramping and bleeding 48 hours after the abortion. You should go to the doctor if you are soaking a pad every two hours, a fever over 100.4 degrees, or if the cramps don’t go away with pain medications.
2) You are going to going for a follow-up appointment within 2-4 weeks after the procedure and they can make sure that everything is healed appropriately.
3) Abortions don’t affect future pregnancies. You can go on to have a normal pregnancy and healthy baby whenever you choose to do so.
Hie I’m Meagan ..I’m in my early 20s I had abortion 2 weeks ago when it was at 3 months and passed a few blood clots for only a day..my stomach is still big..I’m a bit worried that maybe it didn’t go well.
Hi Meagan,
It could be bloating which generally goes away within about 10 days. However if it does not and it’s accompanied by a fever or chills, you’ll want to go and see your doctor regarding any possible complications.
Thanks Daniela..but I have already done the test after 2weeks of abortion it still reads positive+
Hi, I have 4 abortion and The last I did was on December, 2017.That time I was bleeding like only for 8-9 days. After that I had bleeding on January 15 for 5-6 days and stopped again it started bleeding after few days. now its February 5, I am still bleeding little by little.I am scared, I dont want to see doctor. Can u give me some suggestions??
Hello Richie, this happens to many women after an abortion and subside to stop soon.
Hello I’m Samantha age 26 I did 2 abortion last year 2017 and I’m pregnant again , is it safe for me to do another abortion ….
Hi…Can you please help me? I had 3 abortions already, the last one was last year July and I was using birth control after that (pill)…In Dec last year me and my partner we want to Mozambique so I was taking prophylaxis for malaria and having unprocteted sex…now I found out that I am pregnant again…are there any possibilities that I can give birth to an abnormal baby coz I am scared to do abortion again?
Thank you
Hi Busisiwe,
Having an abortion does not affect future pregnancies. You can go on to have a normal, and healthy pregnancy and baby. Abnormalities are based on genetics and potential issues with pregnancy but they have nothing to do with having and abortion. Good luck to you and your partner!
Hi I had 3 abortions and now I have a missed period . If i get conceived is there any risk that the foetus may get any abnormality . As we had a unplanned and unprotected sex . Is it possible to have a normal baby .?
Hello Lrathana, take a pregnancy to confirm your pregnancy, in the meanwhile read the below links: https://womanjunction.com/how-many-abortions-can-you-have-before-you-are-at-risk/
Hi, am Wetnas, I just had a D&C abortion of 6 weeks old now, even though I took some drugs twice and it didn’t work that’s why I went for the D&C. The doctor said that the drugs I took allows him to remove every thing but it will come out. Do u thing it will? Because I haven’t experience any drop of blood now.
Hello Wetnas, within a few days bleeding should begin.
Hi I had 3 abortions continuously within 6 months ….the third time was 7.2 weeks gestation…but still the bleeding continues…after the digital evacuation..please tell me…when the bleeding will stop normally after the digital evacuation.
Hello Nandhini, the bleeding can last anywhere between a couple of days to a few weeks.
My wife had 3 abortions and am tired of us having such experience so when it is safe for us to have sex without any pregnancy and both of us don’t like to use condom I need your advise or what I can give do to prevent pregnancy for a period of time.
Hello Clive, advise your wife to see a doctor who will place her on a good oral birth control.
Hello my name is rere I had 3 abortions from Age 19 and I will be 21 in April. My boyfriend actually told me to keep the last one but I was scared of my parents. Please I am scared of the future and I don’t want to have any complications.
Hi Rene. Abortions do not affect future pregnancies and your ability to go through a safe and healthy one. Make sure that you do tell your parents and you make an appointment with your OBGYN, because you’ll want to get started on prenatal care. Also ensure that you are taking care of yourself with the proper nutrition and staying away from things like drinking and smoking if this applies to you. But do make sure to see your doctor and start your care.
Hi! please help me out I’m trying to get pregnant, but I’m not, a long time ago I did 4 times abortion. Do you think there are any problems with my body?
Please tell me. Thanks.
Hello My name is Naz, please see your doctor for physical checkup and assessment to confirm that all is well.
Hello, I carried out an abortion when I was 23, the second one was last year December when I was 27 . Now I’m 28 . After my second abortion,my cycle changed to 25 days instead of 28 days . I didn’t notice the changes earlier until this july when I finally decided to have unprotected sex with my partner. I’m still trying but no signs of pregnancy. Please is there any problem with me ? I m really scared. I want to conceive.
Hello Olivia, try to have sex on the days that you are most fertile. See the link below to calculate this: https://womanjunction.com/
Hi, I had an abortion (evacuation), it was ok and good that day, i did not feel much pain, After two days, i started seeing small drop blood on my pants, but it was light, i also started experiencing small pains around my lower stomach and vagina which keeps me very uncomfortable.. Please kindly advice me. Am i ok and safe? this is my 3rd abortion… the last one i did was last year December.2016…i did this one this month November 2017… Please i need updated advice. thanks…
Hello Austina, multiple abortions are not recommended, however these seem to be symptoms that are experienced during the process of abortion.
Hello I had four abortions I am now 42 and pregnant is it possible to have another abortion..?
Hi there Barbara, please read: https://womanjunction.com/how-many-abortions-can-you-have-before-you-are-at-risk/
Hello, pls help, what pill can I use to terminate or flush my body? I had sex 2 days to ovulation, if I leave it I am sure the test would be positive.
please check out the posts below and talk with your doctor:
https://womanjunction.com/morning-after-pill-what-is-it-how-does-it-work-and-when-to-take-it/
https://womanjunction.com/emergency-contraception-types-side-effects-and-effectiveness/