Recovery times after an abortion will be different for everyone. Some symptoms and side effects last for up to two months (or eight weeks) after an abortion, so it’s important to know what to expect.
In this blog, you will find information about what to expect two months after an abortion, including:
- Bleeding after an abortion
- Pregnancy hormones after an abortion
- Your period after an abortion
How long will I bleed after a medical abortion?
After a medical abortion, it is usual to pass clots for a few days and intermittently for 1-2 weeks. It is normal to have some bleeding or spotting, possibly with some small clots, for 2-4 weeks after a medical abortion and for some people it can be for up to 8 weeks after.
This bleeding may come and go and be quite irregular, and you may continue to pass some smaller clots.
Generally, once the pregnancy has been passed, both the pain and bleeding will usually reduce. The bleeding may be quite heavy for a day or two as your uterus (womb) returns to its normal size.
If you ever feel worried, please call our 24-hour aftercare line on 0345 122 1441 to speak to a healthcare professional.
How long is the pregnancy hormone present after an abortion?
The pregnancy hormone (HCG) can be present for up to two months after an abortion. This means that a shop bought pregnancy test may remain positive for up to two months, even though you are no longer pregnant.
For this reason, if you have had a medical abortion, it is important that you use the pregnancy test we have provided as part of your medical abortion pack, 3 weeks after you have taken the misoprostol tablets.
If you get a positive result when you take our pregnancy test three weeks following your medical abortion treatment, please know that we are here to advise and support you. To learn what to do if you get a positive result, read our blog: What to do if you get a positive pregnancy test after an abortion
How will your period be affected two months after an abortion?
Your first period will usually return between four to eight weeks following a successful abortion.
It is not uncommon for your first few periods to be heavier and last longer than usual. It is also normal to pass more clots than usual.
Some hormonal contraception can stop or change your periods, therefore if you started contraception around the time of your abortion, this may explain why your period has not returned.
Get in touch
At MSI Reproductive Choices, we are here for you and there are a number of ways you can contact us.
You can always get in touch should you have any questions about our services, would like to book an appointment or you have had treatment with us and want aftercare support.
We have a 24-hour dedicated aftercare line, where you can talk to one of our nurses about your aftercare and recovery: 0345 122 1441.
