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Q: Why No Sex/tampons 2 Weeks After Abortion?

asked by: everclear1 on July 5th, 2007

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anyone know? i understand why you cant do this after giving birth, but i dont get why you cant do it after an abortion? i hate wearing pads so much.....

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AyaMiyaki

replied on July 5th, 2007

Especially eHealthy

I believe it's to help prevent infection.

young Girl

replied on July 5th, 2007

Especially eHealthy

thatd be my best guess
to prevent an infection in your uterus

Carifairy

replied on July 5th, 2007

Extremely eHealthy

Your cervix stays open for a short time, usually only one week, and it is important to prevent infection.

You wanna know abortion can effect fertility? A nasty infection! You are in control here..

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