How long do you bleed after an abortion?

Normal symptoms that most women will experience after a medical abortion include: Bleeding or spotting for up to 14 days. Bleeding may last longer for pregnancies of more than 7 weeks.

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What color is the blood after an abortion?

Bleeding may be spotty, dark brown, and include clots. Often there is no bleeding for the first few days immediately following the abortion, then hormonal changes may cause bleeding as heavy as a period around the third or fifth day and increased cramping. What to avoid eating after abortion? Foods to Avoid After Abortion Foods to Avoid After Abortion. Junk or Fast Food. Candies and Other Sugary Food Items. White Rice. Canned or Processed Food. Coffee. Spicy Food. Soy Products. Potatoes and Raw Bananas. Alcohol. Dairy and Meat with High-Fat Content. Take Away.

What to expect after an abortion?

You may have some bleeding right after your abortion that's different than your period. You could have heavy bleeding with clots for a few days, or spotting for several weeks. You can use pads, tampons, or a menstrual cup - whatever's the most comfortable for you. How long does it take for your cervix to close after abortion? A: It is unlikely a doctor will be able to tell you've had an abortion as long as your cervix has fully closed, which takes about 3 weeks. However, it's important to recognize that pregnancy and abortion are normal, important parts of your medical history, and we encourage you to be honest with your doctor.

Also, do abortions fail?

Can the abortion fail? There is about a one in 100 chance that the pregnancy will continue and an aspiration procedure may be necessary. About 4 in 100 will require the misoprostol a second time, or will choose to have an aspiration procedure to complete the process.