What should I do if I had sexual intercourse after a miscarriage?

Jun 30, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Lu

Introduction

Under normal circumstances, if sexual intercourse occurs after a miscarriage, corrective measures may include observing physical condition, maintaining external genital hygiene, avoiding sexual activity too early again, ensuring adequate rest and nutrition, and taking medications that promote uterine recovery. If any discomfort occurs, prompt medical attention is recommended. Sexual intercourse should be avoided for one month after a miscarriage to ensure sufficient physical recovery. If any abnormal symptoms occur, timely medical consultation is advised.

Generally, if sexual intercourse occurs after a miscarriage, the following measures can be taken as remedies: observing physical conditions, maintaining external genital hygiene, avoiding premature sexual activity again, ensuring adequate rest and nutrition, and taking medications that promote uterine recovery. If discomfort occurs, timely medical attention is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Monitor Physical Condition

Closely observe your physical condition and watch for symptoms such as fever, abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal discharge, or vaginal bleeding. If these symptoms occur, they may indicate infection or other complications, and prompt medical attention should be sought.

2. Maintain External Genital Hygiene

Wash the external genital area with warm water to maintain cleanliness. Change into clean underwear daily, and avoid using irritating cleansers or soaps, which may disrupt the vaginal acid-base balance and increase the risk of infection.

3. Avoid Premature Sexual Intercourse Again

After a miscarriage, sufficient time should be allowed for the uterus to recover. Generally, sexual intercourse is advised to be avoided for at least one month. The exact duration should be determined based on individual recovery, as assessed by a physician.

4. Ensure Adequate Rest and Nutrition

Adequate rest and proper nutrition aid in physical recovery. Sufficient sleep should be ensured, and the diet should include foods rich in protein and vitamins, such as fish, meat, eggs, soy products, and fresh vegetables.

5. Take Medications to Promote Uterine Recovery

Under a physician's guidance, certain medications can be taken to promote uterine recovery, such as Motherwort Granules, Xin Sheng Hua Granules, or Wu Jia Sheng Hua Capsules. These medications help promote uterine contractions, expel any possibly remaining tissue, and reduce the risks of bleeding and infection.

Sexual intercourse should be avoided for one month after a miscarriage to ensure full physical recovery. If any abnormal symptoms occur, timely medical consultation is recommended to avoid delaying treatment.

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