What is the difference between a common abortion and a painless abortion?
Abortion refers to induced abortion. Under normal circumstances, the main difference between conventional induced abortion and painless induced abortion primarily lies in the use of anesthesia.
During conventional induced abortion, no anesthetic medications are used, and the patient remains fully conscious throughout the procedure. The patient can feel the surgical instruments operating within the uterus and will experience significant pain. This may lead to the body's natural resistance, increasing the difficulty of the procedure and potentially affecting the effectiveness and safety of the surgery, thereby raising the risk of complications such as uterine perforation and cervical lacerations.
In contrast, painless induced abortion involves administering general anesthetic drugs intravenously before the procedure, rendering the patient unconscious and free from pain during surgery. The patient does not feel any discomfort from the surgical procedure. The operation generally proceeds more smoothly, with a shorter duration and relatively less damage to the uterus. However, anesthesia itself carries certain risks. It is recommended to choose a qualified medical facility, undergo a comprehensive preoperative assessment, and have vital signs closely monitored during the procedure to ensure the safety of anesthesia.
Both types of induced abortion can cause certain physical and psychological harm to women, such as menstrual irregularities, intrauterine adhesions, and secondary infertility. If couples do not have plans for pregnancy, they should practice effective contraception to prevent unintended pregnancies.