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A member asked:

Right after an abortion , is the cervix open and for how long is it very vulnerable to diseases?

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Dr. Paul Williams answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cervix open: Depending how far along you were when the procedure was performed the cerix may remain open for up to several days but will close on its on. Generally nothing should be put inside the vagina for 1 week following a procedure like this. So the second part of your question - generally a week and you should be safe.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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