Dear Doctor, I was 5 weeks pregnant and had an abortion 4 days ago. Currently, I am experiencing severe lower back pain and abdominal pain. Could these symptoms indicate a retained placenta? Thank you.

Signs of unsuccessful abortion are not difficult to recognize, so women can completely recognize the abnormal symptoms after abortion. However, many people are subjective and do not go to the doctor for treatment immediately, leading to unpredictable consequences.

Bleeding after a vacuum aspiration is a result of the uterus not contracting properly, or blood vessels failing to constrict to stop the bleeding. If the bleeding is heavy and prolonged, it is extremely dangerous, and you should seek a gynecologist immediately to avoid potential complications.

For pregnancies under 9 weeks, two main abortion methods are available: medication abortion and suction abortion. However, medication abortion during breastfeeding can affect the quality of breast milk.

The retention of placental tissue after medical abortion can result in prolonged bleeding, leading to infection and anemia. Prompt treatment is necessary to prevent severe complications such as pelvic infection and sepsis.

Normally, menstruation will return to normal after 4 weeks after abortion, however, after abortion, many women experience menstrual disorders, which can affect their health and future fertility.