Signs of infection after abortion pill

Infections following the use of abortion pills are very rare. If you experience these signs of infection after abortion, you should seek medical attention.

How to know if you have an infection after abortion

Infections following the use of abortion pills are very rare. However, if you think you have an infection then you should seek medical attention.

You may have an infection after abortion if you experience these signs:

  • weakness
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • fever of 100.4 that lasts more than 24 hours or is higher than 102.2 F
  • pain in your belly
  • if your belly feels sore or tender
  • if you bleed a lot or for a long time
  • if you have vaginal discharge that smells bad

If you think you might have an infection after abortion, then you should go to a doctor immediately because the infection should be treated with antibiotics.

Fever after abortion pills

A fever that starts soon after Misoprostol administration and lasts less than 24 hours and is less than 100.4 F is a common side effect. If the fever lasts longer than 24 hours or is greater than 100.4 F, you should seek medical attention.