Nisha Shah Nisha Shah Asked 10 months ago

How long after abortion do pregnancy symptoms go?

My cousin recently had an abortion and she's still feeling some pregnancy symptoms like tenderness. She's a bit concerned. How long after an abortion do these pregnancy symptoms typically go away?

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Saraswathi Iyer Saraswathi Iyer Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago
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Beta, the body takes around one to two weeks for the hormones to settle down and symptoms to fade. Drink warm fluids like ginger tea to soothe your stomach and rest as much as you can. Do not rush back to heavy kitchen work too soon.

Riya Sharma Riya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I totally get it, the lingering nausea and breast tenderness can be so confusing and emotionally draining. Usually, these symptoms fade away within a week or ten days as your body adapts. Be gentle with yourself during this recovery phase.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Deepa Nair Deepa Nair Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Please monitor your body closely over the next few days. I once ignored lingering symptoms and mild fever thinking it was just weakness, but it was an incomplete procedure. If your symptoms don't fade after a week, go back to your doctor immediately.

Savita Patil Savita Patil Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Most pregnancy symptoms like morning sickness should decrease in 4 to 7 days, though breast soreness might take slightly longer. To keep track of things practically, make sure to do a follow-up checkup or scan with your gynecologist after two weeks.

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Nisha Sen Nisha Sen Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

The nausea usually disappears within 48 hours, but fatigue and hormonal mood swings can linger for up to two weeks. It is normal because the pregnancy hormones take time to leave your system. Just drink plenty of water and take your prescribed supplements regularly.

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