After a miscarriage, if there are retained residues, how can you confirm they have been expelled after taking Yimucao (Leonurus japonicus)?
Apr 15, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
After taking motherwort, you can generally determine whether residual tissue has been expelled by observing your physical condition or undergoing an ultrasound examination at a hospital. If observing physical symptoms, signs such as blood becoming brighter red, gradually decreasing bleeding, and the disappearance of abdominal pain usually indicate that the residue has been expelled. Alternatively, an ultrasound at a hospital can accurately confirm the situation. The specific approach should be determined based on individual circumstances.
Residual tissue refers to retained material in the uterine cavity following an induced abortion. After taking Leonurus (Yi Mu Cao), one can generally determine whether the tissue has been expelled by observing physical symptoms or undergoing a B-ultrasound examination at a hospital. Specific details are as follows:
1. Observing Physical Symptoms
Leonurus has effects of promoting blood circulation, regulating menstruation, clearing heat, and detoxifying. It is commonly used to treat menstrual irregularities and prolonged postpartum discharge. When small amounts of residual tissue are present, taking Leonurus can help promote its expulsion. In such cases, observation of physical changes typically reveals the vaginal discharge becoming brighter red in color, the amount of bleeding gradually decreasing, and abdominal pain gradually subsiding.
2. B-ultrasound Examination at a Hospital
If bleeding or abdominal pain symptoms have ceased, this usually indicates that the residual tissue has been expelled. However, a B-ultrasound examination at the hospital can accurately confirm whether the uterus is clear. The appropriate course of action should be determined based on individual circumstances.
It should be noted that if there is a large amount of retained tissue, a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure at the hospital may be necessary. Patients are advised to seek medical attention promptly if they experience any discomfort to avoid delays in treatment.
