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Can I still have a painless abortion if I had intercourse the day before the procedure?

Dec 13, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, "ren liu" (人流) refers to induced abortion or medical abortion. Whether a woman can proceed with the surgery after having sexual intercourse the day before an painless induced abortion primarily depends on her physical condition. If there is any discomfort, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. After the procedure, women should focus on rest and recovery, avoid strenuous exercise and excessive fatigue, and follow the doctor's instructions regarding medication and follow-up appointments.

Generally, "ren liu" refers to induced abortion, and "tong fang" refers to sexual intercourse. Whether an induced abortion can proceed after sexual intercourse the day before mainly depends on the woman's physical condition. If there are no obvious abnormal symptoms, the procedure can generally proceed. However, if signs of infection are present, the procedure is not recommended. If any discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is advised. Detailed explanations are as follows:

If a woman does not experience any abnormalities after sexual intercourse, such as severe abdominal pain, heavy vaginal bleeding, and her general condition remains stable meeting all preoperative health criteria, then generally the procedure can continue.

If after sexual intercourse a woman experiences symptoms of infection such as fever, lower abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal discharge, or if an examination reveals abnormalities such as genital inflammation, the surgery may be postponed. Performing the procedure under such circumstances may increase the risk of infection, which is detrimental to the woman's health.

After the procedure, women should focus on rest and recovery, avoid strenuous activities and overexertion, and follow the doctor's instructions regarding medication and follow-up appointments.

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