How painful is induced labor at 18 weeks?

At 18 weeks of pregnancy, it is already the second trimester. If there is a problem with the fetus at this time, the only option is to use induced abortion to remove the fetus, which will cause great pain to the pregnant woman. However, once a pregnant woman must abort the fetus, induced abortion is urgent. So is induced abortion at 18 weeks of pregnancy painful?

Since induced labor is equivalent to a birth, its level of pain is obvious. Pregnant women who are afraid of pain can choose painless induced labor. The so-called painless induced labor is just an anesthetic injection you are given before delivery. You will not feel pain during the abortion, but before the abortion, plus this injection, you will feel pain within 24 to 48 hours, and it will be very painful.

Although it is very painful, most people can bear it. Some people with weaker tolerance lack a certain understanding and are not well prepared mentally. Some may even be deceived by the exaggerated performances in movies and TV dramas and be knocked down by their own imagination and fear. In addition, some people with strong tolerance should deal with this matter calmly. Therefore, people who have to terminate their pregnancy do not need to worry too much.

There are great risks in induced abortion at 18 weeks of pregnancy, so you must think twice before doing it. But if you must have an induced abortion, there is no need to be overly afraid of the pain or be "daunted". This is all within the reach of human endurance. After a successful abortion, the patient usually needs to stay in the hospital for observation for 3 days. If there are no abnormalities, he or she can be hospitalized after 3 days. Rest for at least one month after abortion, avoid fatigue, pay attention to rest, improve nutrition, eat more fruits and vegetables, and do not be unsuitable for labor and exercise. It is especially important to note that sexual intercourse is strictly prohibited within one month after induced abortion, and then pay attention to keeping clean. You need to go to the hospital for a follow-up visit one month later and implement contraceptive methods.