Making the decision to go through with an abortion it is often a stressful one. There are many reasons why that decision is made whether it’s due to the health of the mother, learning about the health of the baby, and also that it’s just not the right time to bring a child into the world. Whatever the situation is, it’s not one for others to judge, that is your decision and whatever you choose to do, it’s right for you. Because it’s a stressful situation, there could be an effect on your upcoming menstrual cycle. As explored in previous
Menstrual Cycle After Abortion
Hello. I had my abortion on 24th Feb. After taking 4 tablets I started bleeding heavily then after 2 days gap I again started bleeding, which lasted for 6 to 7 days. Now after 3 weeks when I went to the gym to use the treadmill, I again started bleeding. What should I do?
I am 21yr I had abortion on feb 17th, my periods started it was supposed to end by 5 days but it took 8days to stop. I was supposed to get periods by march 17th, today it’s 19th and still I haven’t got my period. I am worried
Hi Susha. Your regular period can take 4-8 weeks to return after an abortion. Good luck.
I was aborted on Feb 17th and my periods started by that day. It was supposed to end within 5 days but it took 8 days to end. I still didn’t get my periods – it’s Mar 19th I’m worried once in between after abortion I checked by pregnancy kit it showed negative…I am worried how to get periods please help.
Don’t worry about your delayed period – in most instances, a menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion.
I had an abortion around feb 14 I bled until the 15. my husband and I have had sex since then and I still haven’t received my first period. I have heavy cramping and very very light bleeding. Could I be pregnant again or maybe a sign of pregnancy ?
Hi Rachel. Unprotected sex can always lead to pregnancy. You can expect your regular period to return 4-8 weeks after the abortion.
I had an abortion on the 16th of february and i bleeded for a week starting from that day, but i have not seen my period… Please when am i likely to see it
Hello. Expect your regular period 4-8 weeks after the abortion.
I had an abortion on Feb 13, started Nuvaring bc on Feb 21. Removed my bc on March 13 and I have still not received my period, and I’m supposed to re insert my bc ring on March 20. Is this normal or should I be worried?
Hi, It’s not very unusual, but please take advice of your health care adviser. All the best!
Hi.. we had terminated 5weeks ago and I started taking the pill a week later after all bleeding had stopped. However I am supposed to be expecting my period now as I’m on the last line on the pill. I did not get it as yet. My concern is I know it takes 4-8 weeks but should i start a new pack of pill when this is finished? Pls pls help
Hi Serah, you should really talk about that with your doctor
Hi i did an abortion three weeks ago, started my period three days later and it’s over a week now am still on my period. Please is it normal
Hello, it’s not period bleeding, it’s post abortion bleeding. It’s completely normal to bleed for one-three weeks. Just be sure that it’s not extra ordinarily heavy bleeding.
I had an abortion about 8 weeks ago. Roughly 6 weeks later I had a period, which would be two weeks ago. I am starting another period today. Also, I am taking birth control (correctly) and have been for the last two weeks. Is this something normal? I am on Nuvaring and it is still inserted.
Hi. Ii had an abortion Jan 18th and it’s now March 14th. I haven’t had my period as yet and I’m a bit concerned. I did 2 pregnancy tests and they were negative. Any suggestions?
It can take at least 8 weeks for a period to return after an abortion. Since you’re not pregnant continue to practice safe sex and wait for it to come.
Im danielle and i had a early termination as i was 5 weeks pregnant i took the abortion tablets and then 2 weeks later i had very heavy bleeding that i knew was not normal i went the walk in centre and they tested me and said i was still pregnant the tablets did not work proper they rushed me for a scan and found 3cm of pregnant tissue still in my womb i had to then get rushed to theatre to get it surgically removed it has now been over 2 weeks and i am still awaiting for my period to come. I am worried as i have none stop bled up untill theatre nearly 3 weeks ago and i have not had a normal menstrual period yet. Can anyone give advice as to wheather it is normal
Hi Danielle, it’s normal to have a 4-8 week gap after surgical abortion. So do not worry about it.
I used mifigest kit 2 weeks ago. Then my bleeding started and then cleared. After 4 days again my bleeding started. What’s the reason please help me.
I took misoprostol on the 7th of march and I saw my period in the morning on the 8th of march, it was a heavy flow in d first day but changed on the second nd third day but my period continues on the 13th with stomach cramps, I don’t know wen the period will Stop bcos my boyfriend is afraid that Nothing happens to my womb after I took the drug
Hi, the bleeding here is not due to period. It’s post abortion bleeding and it’s normal to bleed for one to three weeks for this.
I did have a surgical abortion on 5th of February. I am now 1 month and a week post abortion and no signs of my periods.I went to see the doctor and he prescribed tabs to help induce periods. Is this normal? Is it possible for a woman to never get her periods after such a procedure???
Yes it is normal. A menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion.
I had an abortion on the 21st February and I bled for five days but after I’m still experiencing tender breast and some cramping in my thighs. The bloating has stopped but my breasts aa still full n tender. It’s been 3 weeks now after the abortion and I did the test last Friday and it was positive. I know it’s too early for a test but I’m very scared. Please help me. Was my abortion complete? Because I had a first abortion, I didn’t pass any clot but was successful. Please help me when will my period come?
Generally, hCG (hormonal) levels will remain high up to 6 weeks after abortion or miscarriage. It may be necessary to re-test a few times after an abortion to ensure that the pregnancy has been terminated. In most instances, a menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion.
I had an abortion ( in a doc’s office) on Feb 10. Two weeks after the abortion I had protected sex, likely when I would have ovulated. It is now March 13 and I still haven’t gotten my period. I know it typically takes 4-6 weeks but since yesterday my breast have been sore, could I be pregnant again is it just hormone changes?
Yes, it could be related to your hormones. Take a pregnancy test to rule our pregnancy. Bear in mind though that generally, hCG hormone levels will remain high up to 6 weeks after abortion or miscarriage. It may be necessary to re-test a few times after an abortion to ensure that the pregnancy has been terminated.
Update: Ended up seeing the ob-gyn who did the procedure bc the symptoms scared me that maybe I was pregnant again. He did blood work, my hCG were 30 so the procedure worked and not pregnant, I am told to repeat the blood work in a week to make sure hCG levels are not increasing. However, my thyroid levels are high and I am told my symptoms could be related to that. Is it possible that the abortion caused my thyroid to be high? Is it possible that once I get my period and I am regular again that my thyroid will go back to normal? All this is hormones related, and I read that high thyroid is normal after pregnancy, this is kind of similar. I am just not ready to start a pill if this will all level out in a few months. Thoughts/advice??