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why have not gotten my period yet?I got an abortion July 15,2009 and still no period is that normal? I started spotting September 4,2009 but it was not a regular period,i took a pregnancy test and it came out to be negative what is going in with my body?
Hi, Kareemah,
I have no idea what is going on with your body. The only way to find out is to go see a doctor. Nobody will be able to tell you over the internet, not even a doctor. Having an abortion is not normal, so saying what is normal afterwards makes no sense. Abortion really messes up a woman's body. I would say that not getting a period when you think you should IS common. I don't have any idea when your body will return to some kind of rhythm. Every woman reacts differently. So please find a decent doctor and see what he can find out for you. Don't go to anyone who helped you get an abortion. Let me know what you find out, and please take care of yourself and don't do any more damage. You are too precious and you deserve better.
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Answers by Expert:
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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