Version May 2024
| Taking care of yourself after a uterine aspiration or D&E |
| What problems should I watch out for? |
Contact your clinician if you:
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| How should I take care of myself? |
| You may return to usual activities, but it may be a good idea to avoid vigorous exercise for a few days. Avoid an activity if it causes pain or if you notice that your bleeding is increasing. |
| During the 24 hours after receiving sedation or at any time while taking narcotic pain medicines (such as Norco or Tylenol with codeine), do not drive or operate machinery, drink alcohol, or make any important decisions. Follow the instructions on your prescription bottle(s). |
| What should I expect? |
| It is normal to have bleeding. Bleeding is different for every person. You may bleed only 1 day, or off and on for up to a month. The flow may be anything from just spotting or brown discharge to fairly heavy. You may bleed more when you exercise or lift heavy objects. You should bleed less when you rest. |
| It is normal to have cramps for a few days. Take ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin). If you need something stronger (or have an allergy to ibuprofen), take Norco. You may want to put a hot water bottle or heating pad on your belly or back to help you feel better. |
| It is normal to have swollen breasts and have milk letdown. Do not touch or squeeze your breasts or nipples. You will feel more comfortable if you wear a tight bra or sports bra even at night. If you have pain, apply cold ice packs to your breasts and/or take ibuprofen. The pain and fluid will go away more quickly the less your breasts or nipples move or are touched. |
| It is normal to have a range of emotions. |
| It is normal not to have another period for 1 to 2 months. Even if your period hasn't come back yet, you can still get pregnant. You can get pregnant as soon as 2 weeks after your procedure. |
| Should I make a follow-up appointment? |
| A follow-up appointment is not required unless you are experiencing symptoms that worry you. However, if you are due for your Pap smear, want to refill or change your birth control method, or ask other questions about your health, please make an appointment with your local health care provider. |
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