Question 1

how long does bloated stomach after surgical abortion last?

Accepted Answer

Bloating: Its depends on the reason for bloating.   Multiple benign causes are possible such as post surgical swelling or constipation.  See a doctor for severe pain or discomfort which could be indicative of bleeding or infection.  You may be "bloated" for a few days.

Question 2

does bloated stomach after surgical abortion goes back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Make sure you are drinking plenty of water and keeping regular fiber intake to have regular bowel movements. If you have pain in the belly, constipation, fever? --- see MD

Question 3

i had a surgical abortion today and after taking azthromicin that night my stomach was making loud noises, and i ate before taking it. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Likely due to food: Your "stomach noises" are more likely related to what you ate, less likely azithromycin, but not surgical abortion procedure.  Regardless, your symptoms sound minor.  However, immediate seek medical attention if you develop severe abdominal/pelvic pain, excessive vaginal bleeding or discharge, fever, or vomiting.

Question 4

i am still really bloated after my surgical abortion at 11weeks. it's been a week and a half since the abortion. my check up isn't until another week ?

Accepted Answer

Call your DR: I would suggest calling your DR and informing them of the symptoms.

They may want to recheck you sooner.

Question 5

i had a u.s. this morning to check for a cyst i had&anything that maybe was missed during a surgical abortion. part of the us was on my side. why?

Accepted Answer

To get best images: Ultrasound uses sound waves reflecting off tissues in your body to create images. The further the sound waves have to travel, the less accurate the images. The ultrasonographer is trained to gather images with the best quality possible. Depending on what was seen, sometimes a view through the side or flank is necessary for best images. The ovaries sometimes are best seen from the side.

Question 6

whats the difference between d&c and d&e i was 13 weeks and had a surgical abortion i was put to sleep which one did i have ?

Accepted Answer

D&amp;C vs, D&amp;E: A D&amp;C is a medical term for dilation and curettage,  a procedure done to diagnose bleeding from the uterus.  A D&amp;E is another term for dilation and extraction, and refers to a procedure the same as a D&amp;C, but to remove a pregnancy from the uterus. They are interchangeable terms and basically are the same type of surgical procedure.

Question 7

could getting a surgical abortion hurt a lot?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Everyone has a different pain tolerance. Earlier abortion (first trimester) is less painful than later abortion. If you have had vaginal deliveries it probably will hurt less. If you use narcotics or other drugs, it will probably hurt more. Talk to your doc. Anesthesia is probably available if you're in new york.

Question 8

how do a medical abortion & surgical abortion differ?

Accepted Answer

Different risks: Medical abortion uses medications to end pregnancy and causes the uterus to shed its lining. Surgical abortion is done by suction to clear the uterus.  A detailed list comparing the two can be found at this link:  http://www.Ucsfhealth.Org/education/medical_versus_surgical_abortion/.

Question 9

how is a medical abortion different from a surgical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Pills vs. D&C.: Medical termination of pregnancy utilizes pills to induce uterine evacuation over time with contractions. Surgical abortion is a D&C procedure where the physician dilates the cervix and clears the uterus of all products of conception during a half-hour long surgery.

Question 10

is spotting normal after a surgical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Normal to bleed: It is entirely normal to have bleeding after an abortion. You may have bleeding for three or four weeks but usually it starts to let up during that time. You will not have normal cyclist until you start to ovulate again on a regular basis which may take a while. Spotting may continue for several months after that.

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I had a surgical abortion today and after taking azthromicin that night my stomach was making loud noises, and i ate before taking it. is this normal?

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I am still really bloated after my surgical abortion at 11weeks. it's been a week and a half since the abortion. my check up isn't until another week ?

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I had a u.s. this morning to check for a cyst i had&anything that maybe was missed during a surgical abortion. part of the us was on my side. why?

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Whats the difference between d&c and d&e i was 13 weeks and had a surgical abortion i was put to sleep which one did i have ?

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Could getting a surgical abortion hurt a lot?

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How do a medical abortion & surgical abortion differ?

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