How long does it take for residual tissue to disappear after a miscarriage?
Mar 20, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
In general, post-abortion residue refers to endometrial and embryonic tissue that was not completely removed during the surgical procedure. The time required for post-abortion residue to disappear depends on the specific circumstances. If the surgery is relatively successful, the residue typically resolves within 7-10 days; however, if postoperative care is inadequate or complications arise, the residue may take 10-15 days or longer to disappear.
Generally speaking, "ren liu" refers to induced abortion. The time it takes for post-abortion residual tissue to disappear depends on specific circumstances. If post-operative care is appropriate, the residual tissue usually disappears within 7-10 days; however, if post-operative care is inadequate, the residual tissue may take 10-15 days or longer to disappear. Detailed analysis is as follows:
If the patient takes good care of her health and cooperates well during the surgery, with thorough uterine curettage, some patients may have only minimal residual tissue remaining after about 3 days, and the residual tissue can be expelled within 7-10 days. Appropriate post-operative physical activity can help the uterus contract and promote the expulsion of residual tissue. Maintaining external genital cleanliness and dryness, and frequently changing and washing underwear can help prevent bacterial growth and infection.
If the patient's post-operative care is poor, or if there are factors such as abnormal uterine development or poor cooperation during the procedure, the time required for residual tissue expulsion may be prolonged to 10-15 days or even longer. In such cases, medications such as Motherwort Granules, Progesterone Capsules, or Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Tablets may be needed under a doctor's guidance, or a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure might be necessary to completely remove the residual tissue.
Sexual intercourse should be avoided for one month after the surgery to prevent interference with recovery and residual tissue expulsion. In daily life, consuming nutrient-rich foods such as millet porridge, steamed egg custard, etc., can help replenish nutrition and promote physical recovery.
