Riya Chatterjee Riya Chatterjee Asked 9 months ago

Can abortions prevent future pregnancy?

I had an abortion some time back, and now my husband and I want to start a family. I'm worried if that past procedure will affect my chances of getting pregnant again. Can abortions prevent future pregnancy?

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Sanjay Gupta Sanjay Gupta Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Just like keeping diabetes under control requires the right medical guidance, reproductive health also needs proper professional care. A safe, legal abortion performed by a certified doctor does not affect your ability to get pregnant in the future. Just avoid unverified pills from local shops.

Ananya Roy Ananya Roy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Medically speaking, safe and uncomplicated abortions do not cause infertility. My gynecologist explained that only in very rare cases where a surgical abortion causes severe infection or scarring (like Asherman's syndrome) can it impact future fertility. Standard procedures are highly safe.

Rajesh Bhai Rajesh Bhai Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Dekho yaar, seedhi baat hai. Agar kisi professional doctor se sahi tareeqe se karwaya hai, toh aage chal kar koi dikkat nahi aayegi. Ye jo purani baatein log bolte hain unpe dhyan mat do, bas apni health ka khayal rakho.

Shalini Nair Shalini Nair Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I totally get it, this can be such an anxious thing to think about and there is so much stigma. Please rest assured that a properly done medical or surgical abortion does not prevent you from having babies later. Be gentle with yourself.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Arre nahi, haan thoda darr toh lagta hai, but safe abortion se future pregnancy mein koi problem nahi hoti. Bas achhe clinic se karwana chahiye aur doctor ki saari advice follow karni chahiye, haina?

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Varun Malhotra Varun Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Physical recovery is fast if you stay active and eat clean. Medically, a safe abortion has zero impact on your future ability to conceive. Keep your body healthy, and when you are ready next time, you'll be absolutely fine.

Siddharth Srinivasan Siddharth Srinivasan Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

In our families, we often hear traditional warnings that make us anxious, but modern medicine is very clear. A safe abortion under a proper gynecologist's care is highly safe and doesn't affect future family planning. Trust your doctor's word on this.

Kavita Rao Kavita Rao Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Please don't worry. A safe abortion does not stop you from becoming a mother in the future. Take your time to heal and consult your gynecologist for any doubts.

Amit Deshmukh Amit Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Don't believe random myths you read on forums or internet blogs. Legally performed abortions under medical supervision do not impact fertility. If you are having doubts, go and speak directly to an obstetrician instead of stressing over online rumors.

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Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Your future babies aren't going anywhere! Unless there was some crazy movie-style complication, a standard abortion doesn't lock the door for future pregnancies. Sleep peacefully and stop reading scary horror stories online.

Ritu Patel Ritu Patel Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Focus on eating nutritious foods and rebuilding your strength after any medical procedure. Standard, hygienic abortions do not affect your future fertility. Just eat well, stay hydrated, and follow your doctor's advice.

Sunita Verma Sunita Verma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I once ignored a minor post-procedure infection thinking it would heal on its own, and it caused me a lot of pain later. If you have had an abortion, just make sure you go for your follow-up checkup to ensure everything is completely clean and healed.

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