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About Dr. Harriet Johnson
Expertise
I have been a Gynecologist for 3 years and can help women of any age with their decision, answer questions on the procedures, the emotional perspective of abortion, problems, concerns and my personal experience etc. I am here to give help and advice with no interest in judging people what ever the situation may be.

Experience
OB/GYN Physician for 3 years. I work very closely with abortion and all the issues that come with it. I myself have had an abortion and understand every aspect of it.

Education/Credentials
Graduated from medical school with an MD degree and then went on to complete my residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center. I am board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology.

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Abortion - 8 weeks after abortion

Expert: Dr. Harriet Johnson - 10/29/2009

Question
I had a surgical abortion performed at 7 weeks of pregnancy. It has now been 8 weeks since the abortion, already got my period twice since the procedure but spot lightly pink and have some cramping every now and then. Is this normal? I also see me upper abdomen growing a bit, I haven't gained weight and have taken pregnancy tests that come back negative. Could my pregnancy have continued after the abortion? I went to 2 checks ups and was told that there was nothing there on the ultarsound.I should also let you know that I have not had unprotected sex since my abortion. I have 3 kids and wonder if my physical symptoms indicate pregnancy or something else.

Answer
Hi Jane,

If the ultrasounds have ruled out left over tissue then your pregnancy hasn't continued. I am putting it down to your hormones, after an abortion your hormones take a while to return to normal, causing your period to be different. You don't need to worry about this as it will correct itself.

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