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Bleeding after surgery
Bleeding after surgery
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Re: Bleeding after surgery
I'm so sorry to hear that you've suffered an ectopic pregnancy and loss. Your surgery is still so recent, and it is incredibly important to look after yourself and allow time for yourself to heal both physically and emotionally.
The bleeding you may experience occurs after treatment is the body's response to falling hormone levels. Usually, the bleeding after treatment lasts about a week and the begins to diminish. Provided you are not soaking more than a pad an hour and you can manage the pain with over the counter pain relief then please try not to worry.
When you are completed with the painkillers from the hospital, you may take pain relief such as paracetamol. If the pain relief doesn't help, heavy bleeding occurs or you have an increased body temperature of more than 37°C, should seek to get medical attention as soon as possible. You may consider keeping a pain diary noting when you experience the pain and where, its intensity and anything that helps like rest or pain relief (paracetamol, etc.)
You've been through a lot, physically and emotionally, please take this time to look after yourself and to rest. We are here for you whenever you need.
With good wishes,
Michele
The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust
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