Can I sit at work after a medical abortion?

Medical abortion, also known as medication-induced abortion, generally allows women to return to desk work afterward, although prolonged sitting should be avoided. The details are as follows:

Medical abortion typically involves taking mifepristone and misoprostol orally to terminate an early pregnancy. It is suitable for healthy women with confirmed early pregnancy within 49 days of missed menstruation, as well as those at high risk for surgical abortion. During the process, women expel the gestational sac and experience vaginal bleeding. If bleeding is minimal, they may return home to rest and follow up with regular medical check-ups as instructed. Most women can resume normal work after resting at home for about one to two weeks. Light vaginal bleeding during this rest period is considered normal and usually not a cause for concern. Once returning to work, women should take proper precautions—avoiding prolonged sitting and frequently standing up to move around, which helps reduce cervical strain. Additionally, workload should remain moderate to prevent excessive bleeding or worsening of symptoms.

Some women may experience gastrointestinal side effects after medical abortion, or have bleeding heavier than their usual menstrual flow. In such cases, prompt medical attention is necessary, and treatment should be administered under a doctor's guidance.