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On september 30th of this year, i had a surgical abortion. now there is a foul, blood like odor and murky white discharge. what's wrong?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Not Sure: After a surgical abortion, there can be this type of smell and discharge. However, always a good idea to contact your gynecologist to be sure there is no infection. good luck and thanks for consulting with Healthtap.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/15/2014

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