Morning sickness and "2 lines" after abortion

The article is expertly consulted by Master, Doctor Le Nhat Nguyen - Obstetrician-Gynecology Specialist - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.

After terminating a pregnancy by different methods, there may still be a phenomenon of "2 lines" due to the body's hormones, but pregnancy tests still show positive results.

The phenomenon of nausea, chest tightness in pregnancy that persists after abortion can last for more than 2 weeks due to the gradual decrease in hormone levels in the body. Sometimes this symptom is also seen as a side effect of certain medications.
However, if this symptom persists for a long time, has a lot of intensity and still has not had a period again after 6 - 8 weeks of abortion (from the date of abortion), you should have a follow-up examination.

This is a completely normal phenomenon because after aspiration or miscarriage, due to hormonal reasons, after 1 to 3 weeks, pregnancy tests still show positive results. Placental hormones are not only in the placenta but also in the blood, even though the fetus has left the mother's body, the placental hormones in the blood have not been eliminated completely, so this phenomenon occurs.
However, it is still recommended to see an obstetrician, ultrasound to see if there is still a placenta so that it can be treated promptly with drugs or necessary measures. If you have a curettage or aspiration, you need to take antibiotics and hormonal drugs as prescribed by your doctor to prevent adhesions because the uterine lining may be damaged. When the bleeding stops, you can have "marital life" and can get pregnant again after 2 more cycles.
There are also some other signs that need to go to the hospital for re-examination such as:
Fatigue, poor appetite within 1 week of abortion Have a fever (mild or above 38 degrees Celsius) Heavy bleeding Menstruation and prolonged bleeding Persistent clots Intermittent or dull abdominal pain Bad-smelling discharge No return of period after 4 weeks.

Menstruation and contraceptive methods A normal menstrual cycle will begin within 4-8 weeks from the date of abortion.
During the period when the period has not returned, the egg is still ovulated and it is still possible to continue to get pregnant before the new period begins. Therefore, after termination of pregnancy, it is necessary to use contraception.
Common signs after termination of pregnancy Bleeding: Usually, there will be vaginal bleeding within 5 days of termination of pregnancy. In some people, persistent bleeding can last for up to 2 weeks, even up to 45 days, but is not a sign of danger. Nausea: The feeling of nausea and morning sickness will gradually decrease and disappear after the termination of pregnancy. You should see your doctor again if you still feel morning sickness continues after 2 weeks. Chest pain: feeling chest pain within 2 weeks of termination of pregnancy. Doctor Le Nhat Nguyen has more than 20 years of experience in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Formerly a doctor of obstetrics and gynecology at Gia Dinh People's Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City. BS has high expertise and strength in the diagnosis and treatment of Obstetrics and Gynecology diseases. Currently a Doctor of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec International Hospital Da Nang.