Question 1

does constipation cause abortion?

Accepted Answer

No: Some conditions that may cause constipation, e.g. Some hormonal or chemical problems might be associated with abortion, but no, not in general.

Question 2

can abortion cause constipation and pain on the left side of the stomach?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you took pain medications with opioids like vicodin or Norco (hydrocodone and acetaminophen) or Codeine that maybe causing the constipation.

Question 3

i just had a surgical abortion on 10/21. how soon can i take a natural laxative like smooth move tea to relieve constipation & bloating?

Accepted Answer

Now: I would however "defer" to your  own treating GYN for the answer to this question..a simple phone call (or email) to that Provider only takes a moment....

Hope this is helpful
BE  WELL!

Dr Z

Question 4

i am 17 weeks pregnant and having constipation and pushing hard to poop does this affect my baby and already i had amissed abortion injan 2013 and d ?

Accepted Answer

No, your constipatio: Doesnt affect the baby. Drink a lot of fluids, eat foods with high fiber content and take stool softeners. If you dont start your symptoms may get worse with time.

Question 5

can i get a medical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Depending on where you live and how far pregnant you are a medical abortion may be an option. Check these sites for info: www.Earlyoptionpill.Com or www.Womenonweb.Org.

Question 6

can you die through medical abortion?

Accepted Answer

: In well trained hands the procedure is safe. The risks increase with the duration of pregnancy and varies with the type of procedure used. In medicine we are taught to never say never.

Question 7

can you maturbate after a medical abortion?

Accepted Answer

That depends on how: You plan to masturbate. T is recommended that you avoid sexual activities involving vaginal penetration for 2 weeks after a surgical abortion assuming that the abortion was complete ; you have been medically cleared by your physician. There can be variation in provider recommendations.

Question 8

wondering if i am allowed to eat during a medical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You are definitely allowed to eat during a medical abortion.  A medical abortion solely causes the pregnancy to disengage from the wall of the uterus and be expelled, most typically in the form of a heavy period.

Question 9

is medical abortion still effective at 18 weeks?

Accepted Answer

: I am sorry not to answer your question however concerned about you and why you may have waited this long to think of having abortion. If you could not keep the baby you may want to seek help so you could give the baby a chance at life by giving up for adoption. The question has to be answered in context of where you live and access to resources.

Question 10

are any other medical conditions related to constipation?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Constipation may be associated with hypothyroidism, spinal injuries, medications such as pain medications and perhaps aging.

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