One complication that can result from an abortion procedure is an incomplete abortion, which is when parts of the terminated pregnancy remain in your uterus. Without medical attention, an incomplete abortion can cause serious health problems.
Clara Women’s Center will educate you on what to consider when reviewing your options. We’ll help you make an informed choice and evaluate your health in the process.
Keep reading to learn more about the signs of incomplete abortion.
Understanding the Basics
An incomplete abortion is a severe complication of an abortion procedure. It’s more likely to take place when an abortion is performed in the second trimester, which is weeks 13-26.
You should never ignore the warning signs of an incomplete abortion. If it is not treated promptly, it can affect your health.
Signs to watch for include:
- Heavy or irregular vaginal bleeding
- Fever
- Pelvic pain
- Infection
- Missed menstrual period
- Enlarged, tender uterus
Even if you’re unsure whether what you’re experiencing is abnormal, it’s critical to seek medical care anyway. There’s no shame or embarrassment associated with being proactive.
What’s more, ignoring symptoms of an incomplete abortion can lead to severe complications, including:
- Anemia due to blood loss
- Infection (which can cause reproductive organ damage or sepsis)
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Asherman’s syndrome (uterine scarring that can lead to future miscarriages and infertility)
If you’re still weighing your options, it’s critical to consider potential complications like incomplete abortion in the decision-making process. By doing so, you can think about your health and determine what questions to ask as you learn about abortion.
Clara Women’s Center offers factual information on abortion and all your options. Your unique situation matters to us, and by learning everything you can about each option, you can make a confident decision.
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Are you facing an unexpected pregnancy? Thinking through each option can feel overwhelming, especially when unsure where to begin. We’re here to help.
Schedule a no-cost, confidential appointment to learn more about your options and get your questions answered.
Clara Women’s Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
