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Expert: - 10/6/2009


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Hi,
I had an abortion about 6weeks ago and I was 6weeks far along at the time. The procedure went well and my bleeding went from light to moderate to heavy for 2weeks. The problem is, I have yet to start my period now and I do feel nauseous occasionally. I had unprotected sex 4 wks after the procedure. I took 2 pregnancy test this week, which were both negative. What should I prepare myself for.

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Dear Tiffany,
You are absolutely fine.  It is common and normal to have a delayed period after an abortion.  I have seen it take as long as 3 months to come back to normal.  Don't worry, you will have a regular period again.  

As long as your pregnancy tests are negative, there is nothing to be concerned about as far as being nauseous. It could be unrelated, or you might be anxious.  There is no medical reason to be concerned, and I'm sure it will go away in time.  

There is more information on our website: earlyabortionoptions.com  Go to the section on "After your Abortion."

I hope this is helpful and reassuring,
Doctor Joan
<a href="http://www.earlyabortionoptions.com">EarlyAbortionOptions.com</a>
New York City

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We are a group of family doctors who provide abortion care for over a decade. We can answer any health or medical related questions about early abortion, including the aspiration procedure, the abortion pill (RU486), or surgical abortion. We run a practice called Early Options, located in New York City: http://www.EarlyAbortionOptions.com. The practice is dedicated to making early abortion part of mainstream medical care. There are other family doctors around the United States who practice a similar approach to early abortion care: see http://www.EarlyAbortion.com. Please do not ask "private" questions so that other women can learn from your experience. Please tell me what country you are from so that we can better help you.

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Experience in the area: We are all board certified family doctors who have special training in early abortion and reproductive health. Dr. Joan Fleischman is the founder of Early Options (earlyabortionoptions.com) dedicated to making early abortion part of mainstream medical care. Organizations: National Abortion Federation American Association of Family Physicians

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Dr. Joan Fleischman, Founder M.D., Harvard Medical School M.P.A., John F. Kennedy School of Government

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