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
I did an abortion on 22 of March 2016 but am yet to see my period. Please, I hope this is not a problem because I’m am so worried.
You do not need to be so worried. In most instances, a menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion.
Hello doctor. I had medical abortion on 16 dec 2015 and after 4 weeks I had normal period till march. My date is 19. Bt in april my cycle is late. I have not got my period yet. Is it possible to miss periods after 3 months of abortion. Am I safe? Or should i need a check up? How much long should i wait to see me bleeding? ??
Hello Nupur, One day late is not at all worrisome. You will probably get it soon. Wait a few days more. If you don’t get your period by 29th April, take a pregnancy test.
I had a miscarriage on 21/22 of March and I was told by my doctor to evacuate the remaining one which I did on 22 of March. Since then I haven’t seen my menstruation. Please, I hope there is not any problem – I am worried.
A menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion so do not be worried. It will take some time before it returns.
Hello doctor. I had my abortion on Dec 16, 2015 and after that I had a normal period. But in April my cycle is late. I have not got my period yet. Is it possible to miss periods after 3 months of abortion? Am I safe? Or should I need a check up?
Hi. I had a termination of pregnancy in the 12 of Feb 2016. Recently i have been having pain on my lower abdomen.i see water in my breast and i had pregnancy test but was negative. I haven’t had sex since the termination and haven’t seen period. What could be wrong? I’m really worried
Mali, sometimes you can feel pregnancy symptoms even after abortion. It’s not uncommon. And about period, it takes 4 to 12 weeks for getting a normal period. So no need to worry.
I had a surgical abortion on 3rd DEC 2015, I had unprotected sex after 5 days then I took postinor 2,I’ve not seen my period since then, went back to the doctor on march 12 to complain. I did a pregnancy test it was negative, he gave me 2 injection and ask me to come back after 2 weeks to complete the treatment which I did,he gave me another injection, but uptil now I’ve not seen my period.what should I do?
Hi Liz. This is not very uncommon. Sometimes it happens after abortion. It’s good that you have been to your doctor, that’s the best thing. Trust in your doctor, it will be okay. If you have any doubts, discuss in detail with him. All the best!
Also just for information, it’s advised not to have sex for at least 4 weeks after abortion.
I did an abortion on the 6th of April and I only bled for one day and I went to the doctor again we did the ultrasound scan it was clean. And again I kept on spotting until today and have pains that come. I’m tired, am what can I do now?
I had an abortion in the month of February I saw my menstruation in March. I’m expecting to ovulate the 14th of this month but until now. I haven’t ovulated. I’m worried.
Give it few more days. If it doesn’t arrive by the April 21st, you should take a pregnancy test then.
I had an abortion 8months ago and ever since my period has not been normal it is scanty last for two days and brownish red in color. I used to have to moderate flow before the abortion and I also noticed that I have mild pelvic pain like a uterine contraction but it’s very mild and I’m very worried. Is it normal? or is it some sort of infection? but I don’t Have signs of infection or could it possibly be scarring? I did manual suction aspiration abortion without scrapping and my pregnancy was a Very early abortion 5wks which I did twice because of failed abortion. please I’m Very worried that it may affect my Fertility and think maybe I’m being punished for abortion.
Hi Sara,
I would suggest that you consult with your doctor for this. And no, you’re not getting punished. An abortion is nothing to be punished for, it’s not a crime. Please see a professional for the issue. All the best!
Hi. My girl is gonna have her first period next week but suddenly today she’s experiencing heavy bleeding and clot; 2 pads in one and half hours. What should I do now?
She may have a hormonal imbalance that requires medical treatment. She needs to be assessed by her doctor to determine why her period is soo heavy. This is not normal.
Hi. I had a surgical abortion last February 29, after that I had just had a spot few days only. Last week I had sex but we used condoms, I just get worried because until now I haven’t had my period as yet. Please answer me. Thanks.
Hello, I had an abortion with 3 days injection and drug on 9th of April and I did a pregnancy test on the 14th but still showing a positive sign. What can I do? Will I still see my period or I should go for surgical abortion?
Generally, hCG 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. You may haver to consult your doctor.
I have done a medical abortion on 10 march and I bled for 8 days…still i have not face my menstrual period…i hv a little blood high sugar…why does it happen? Plz rply
Hi Anindita, after medical abortion, it’s common for the period to be late by 4-8 weeks. So it’s normal. Don’t worry.
please i had an abortion on the 12th march 2016. i bleeded for 1week and 3 days. April 12 is past and am still not having my menses. am worried
Hi I had a medical abortion on the 9th of March 2016. I had bleeding for around 2 weeks and had spotting up until a week ago. I think its just taking awhile for our bodies to get back to normal.
I had a surgical abortion the same day and had the same results as you. Has your cycle started yet?
Hello, my girlfriend had an abortion in December. Since then her periods have been so heavy for 3 months in a row. Is this normal or we should see a doctor?
A heavy period can be normal for some women after an abortion but three months is just too long. It’s best to see a doctor.
Hi, I have an abortion on 26th of February and I bled for 8 days but until now I have not seen my period. What could be the cause of it?
Don’t worry about your delayed period – in most instances, a menstrual cycle is expected within 4 to 8 weeks after an abortion.