From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, the possible changes in a woman's body after having an abortion mainly include the following:
1. Physiological changes
Uterine injury: The surgical process may cause some degree of damage to the inner wall of the uterus, such as thinning of the endometrium, affecting subsequent menstrual cycles and flow, and even increasing the difficulty of conception or leading to miscarriage after pregnancy.
Vaginal bleeding: After miscarriage, there may be residual blood and pregnancy tissue in the uterine cavity, leading to vaginal bleeding, which usually lasts for about a week. As the body gradually recovers, the color of the blood usually changes from bright red to brown, and the amount of bleeding gradually decreases.
Endocrine disorders: After pregnancy, there will be significant changes in hormone levels in the female body. Sudden termination of pregnancy can cause a sharp drop in hormone levels, disrupt the normal endocrine balance, affect the normal ovulation function of the ovaries, and lead to menstrual disorders.
Reduced immunity: Miscarriage can cause certain harm to the patient's body, leading to a weakened body and weakened immunity, which can easily result in fatigue, dizziness, abdominal pain, and other conditions.
2. Psychological changes
Abortion is not only a physical trauma, but can also bring psychological burden and distress to women, such as anxiety, depression, self blame, regret, and other negative emotions, which have long-term adverse effects on their mental health.
3. Other changes
Abdominal pain: After abortion, the uterus will contract, which may cause a certain degree of abdominal pain symptoms, usually lasting for 3 to 4 days, and then the symptoms gradually decrease until they disappear.
Chest distension: After miscarriage, the human chorionic gonadotropin in the body will gradually decrease, and it takes some time for ovarian function to recover. In the short term, the secretion of estrogen is generally still relatively strong, which can lead to a feeling of chest distension.
The above content is for reference only and does not constitute professional medical advice. Everyone's physical condition and recovery situation are different, so specific changes may vary from person to person. If you have any discomfort or questions, please seek medical attention promptly and consult a professional doctor for advice.