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I am experiencing very heavy bleeding on the second day of my first period after my medical abortion. I have been going through 2-3 tampons an hour for the last 2 hours. Is it normal to have this heavy of a bleeding? The first day of the period was normal with some clots but from what i have read this is fine. But I am concerned about the excessive bleeding on the second day. Should I wait and see if it persists or should I seek medical attention?
Hello, ashleigh,
Having a pill abortion isn't normal, and neither are any of the consequences. That said, heavy bleeding is common. It can be life threatening, so you do need to do something about it. First, cayenne may help with the bleeding. This is red hot peppers, and you can get it in food or take capsules. Hot Mexican food is a good source. Mexican food "dumbed down" for gringos probably isn't adequate. The other thing to watch for is hemorrhage. Cayenne should also help there. If you start to hemorrhage, have someone take you to the emergency room immediately. Your life is in danger. Please let me know how you do, and feel free to ask other questions.
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Pat G
Expertise
I can help women with the consideration of their decision, and with resources, and I can share my own experiences as the mother of seven and grandmother of eleven. My approach is to show love and concern, and help women work through the issues, emotional, spiritual, practical. I also help women deal with boyfriend and family issues. I am not a doctor, but I have done extensive medical research, so I may be able to help with information. I am female. When you write, if you are or were pregnant, please tell me how far along you were or are, and if you have had an abortion, please tell me what kind. Thank you.
Experience
I have been working with women who are considering abortion for several years. I also work with women who have had abortions. Our family has also experienced adoption, so I can talk about that as well.
Education/Credentials
I am mostly self-taught. I also studied midwifery for awhile. I have spent years doing research on this topic. In fact, I have been doing research and working in this area since the early 1970's. I have been helping women online for a few years, under the guidance of a woman who was formally training in counseling.
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