Not sure what to do if you’re experiencing intense pain or possible complications after abortion? Common signs of infection after an abortion include abdominal pain or heavy bleeding.
Keep reading to learn all of the warning signs, as infection is one of the risks of abortion. You are not alone in your situation.
Warning Signs of Infection
Infection is a serious health risk and something to address immediately. The Mayo Clinic shares common signs and symptoms of infection or complications, which include the following:
- Heavy bleeding — soaking two or more pads an hour for two hours
- Severe abdominal or pelvic pain
- Fever that lasts more than four hours or starts in the days after taking misoprostol
- Chills or body aches
- Fast heart rate
- Foul-smelling vaginal discharge
If you are experiencing complications and cannot see your provider, go to the nearest emergency room and make sure to tell them you had an abortion so they can treat you correctly.
Mental Health After Abortion
In addition to physical abortion risks come mental health struggles for some women. Many women, months or even years after abortion, experience grief reactions.
Mental health effects can include depression, anxiety, substance use, and suicidal behaviors. If you feel like you could be experiencing mental health issues after an abortion, healing is possible with the right support. We are stronger together.
If you need immediate mental health support, reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or call or text 988.
Support After Abortion
The Life Center Team is committed to our clients. We offer abortion recovery support for women who have experienced abortion at some point in their lives. Abortion recovery support is provided free of charge in the one-on-one setting.
If you are still considering your pregnancy options, better understand them at our center today. You have more than one pregnancy option.
Schedule a free and confidential appointment today to learn more. We’re here for you.