Does terminating a pregnancy affect long-term health?
Terminating a pregnancy is an option for those not ready to have children, but many still worry whether there will be long-term effects on the body after terminating a pregnancy and whether they will be able to conceive in the future.
In reality, safe termination of pregnancy performed by a skilled physician does not affect long-term health if proper care is received.
1. Does terminating a pregnancy affect long-term health?
If performed safely and under medical supervision, the chances of long-term health effects are very low.
Possible effects in some cases include:
- Infection in the uterine cavity if not properly cared for
- Uterine adhesions in cases where curettage was used, which is currently not recommended by WHO
- Emotional impacts such as guilt or stress, depending on the individual’s mental state
But what you should know is
- Termination of pregnancy with medication or manual vacuum aspiration (MVA), which are safe methods, does not cause infertility in the future
- There is no medical evidence indicating that abortion causes breast cancer or cervical cancer
2. Future pregnancies after terminating a pregnancy
Those who have terminated a pregnancy can conceive again in the future if they maintain proper health care
- It is advisable to wait for the body to recover before planning a new pregnancy
- If there are no complications, the uterus can return to normal, and there is a chance of natural conception
- Effective contraceptive methods should be used if not ready to conceive again
3. How to care for health after terminating a pregnancy to reduce long-term risks
- Get enough rest and avoid strenuous activities during the first 1-2 weeks
- Maintain vaginal hygiene and avoid douching
- Monitor for abnormal symptoms such as fever, severe abdominal pain, or excessive bleeding, and see a doctor immediately
- Use appropriate contraceptive methods to prevent another unplanned pregnancy
Summary: Does terminating a pregnancy affect long-term health?
- If the pregnancy is terminated safely, there are no long-term health effects
- Good health care after terminating a pregnancy helps reduce the risk of future complications
- Normal conception is possible
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