Why does my chest still hurt after an abortion?

After pregnancy, a woman's body will undergo great changes, leading to early pregnancy reactions such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, etc. One of the typical characteristics is breast pain. However, some people choose to end their pregnancy through abortion, but they still experience chest pain, so they must be worried that there may be a problem. So, why does the chest still hurt after an abortion? Let’s take a look at the reasons below.

Because the hormone levels in a woman's body will change suddenly after a miscarriage, it still takes some time to return to normal. How long does it take for breast pain to disappear after an abortion? Generally speaking, it will slowly recover within half a month to a month. If you have persistent breast pain after an abortion, it is recommended that you observe for a few days. If the pain persists or even worsens, go to the hospital for a check-up to see if it is caused by an incomplete abortion or a breast disease. In addition, during this time, you can also take some relief measures to relieve pain.

What to do if breast pain occurs after abortion?

(1) If the pain is within a tolerable range and gradually subsides, then there is generally no need for special treatment measures and the patient will be able to return to normal within a few dozen days.

(2) Actively adjust relevant living habits, especially pay attention to breast cleaning measures. In addition, the rest environment should be ventilated and appropriate clothing should be worn. Actively creating a comfortable environment is also extremely helpful in relieving physical discomfort.

(3) For severe cases, you can use hot compresses and massage, but be careful to control the strength and never use excessive force, which will make the breast pain worse.

The above is an introduction to how long it takes for breast pain to disappear after an abortion. Breast pain after an abortion is very normal. As the hormone levels in the body slowly return to normal, the problem of breast pain will slowly disappear. However, if there is no improvement, it is recommended to go to the hospital for an ultrasound examination to avoid the problem of incomplete abortion.

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