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I recently had an abortion and i've been having light periods over a week. i have brownish/reddish watery periods now, should i be concerned?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Residual bleeding: This is residual post abortion bleeding which is characteristic for surgical abortions. Medical (pill) abortions usually have a shorter period of post procedure bleeding. If the bleeding persists next week see your Abortion MD Provider for next steps.

Answered 3/19/2020

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A member asked:

I recently had an abortion and i've been having light periods over a week. i have brownish/reddish watery periods now, should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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