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How long does one begin normal periods after medical abortion?

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Dr. Ricardo Estape answered

Specializes in Gynecologic Oncology

4-6 weeks: Once you have had a medical abortion, it takes a while for the pregnancy hormones to get back to normal. It can take up to 12 weeks at times to get back to normal so that your normal cycles can start. The average however is 4-6 weeks.

Answered 8/18/2016

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