Can you smoke after a natural miscarriage?

Written by Du Rui Xia
Obstetrics
Updated on September 11, 2024
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After a natural miscarriage, it is best for women not to smoke, as smoking is an unhealthy lifestyle habit that can reduce a woman's body resistance. After a miscarriage, a woman’s body is relatively weak, and smoking could possibly induce infections, such as gynecological inflammation. After the miscarriage, it's important to avoid smoking and ensure rest, adequate sleep, enhanced nutrition, and intake of foods rich in protein and vitamins. It is also essential to drink plenty of water and maintain a positive mood. After the miscarriage, one should avoid heavy physical labor and spicy, stimulating foods to ensure a good mood and promote physical recovery.

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Will there be stomach pain during a natural miscarriage?

During a natural miscarriage, abdominal pain occurs due to uterine contractions. This pain is caused by localized ischemia and hypoxia in the uterus and is a common occurrence. During a miscarriage, the uterus needs to continually contract to expel the gestational sac and decidual tissues. However, this pain is generally slightly less severe than the pain experienced during childbirth. After the gestational sac is expelled, the pain usually diminishes. Post-miscarriage, abdominal pain typically persists for two to three days. Once the residual tissues are expelled, the extent of uterine contractions gradually decreases, and the abdominal pain will also ease.

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What not to eat after a miscarriage

After a natural miscarriage, some people may become very weak. In such cases, it is important to consume mild and easily digestible foods. Foods that should be avoided are those that promote blood circulation, such as jujube. Drinking brown sugar water is advisable as it can help contract the uterus. Miscarriage can cause minor physical trauma or damage, so during this period, avoid consuming too cold or too spicy foods. Eating such foods may exacerbate abdominal pain or lead to infections.

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How long does it take for the lochia to clear after a natural miscarriage?

Generally, lochia can be cleared within a week after a natural miscarriage occurs. The duration of lochia discharge during a natural miscarriage is also related to the length of pregnancy. If the miscarriage occurs during a later stage of pregnancy, there may be a longer period of vaginal bleeding because the endometrium is thicker, potentially requiring about ten days. Typically, it will clear within a week, and it should not last more than ten days at most. It is advised for women to undergo a medical examination at a hospital two weeks after a natural miscarriage, at which time the recovery of the uterus and any remaining tissues can be assessed. After such a miscarriage, it is important to rest, enhance nutrition, and abstain from intercourse for a month.

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Does a natural miscarriage require surgery?

Generally, after a natural miscarriage, it is not necessary to undergo surgical treatment, as it is usually possible to naturally expel the contents completely. Typically, after a natural miscarriage, the pregnancy tissue can be expelled from the body through contractions of the uterus. However, if there is residual tissue after the miscarriage, a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure may be required. It is recommended to have an ultrasound at a hospital after a miscarriage to check for any residuals in the uterine cavity. Then, medication or a D&C can be used to remove any remaining tissue. After a natural miscarriage, it is important for a woman to adjust her mindset and take good care of her body to recover and prevent any diseases.

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How long after a natural miscarriage can one have sexual intercourse?

After a natural miscarriage, it is generally advisable to abstain from sexual intercourse for at least one month. Following a natural miscarriage, there are wounds inside the uterine cavity that need to heal through a restoration process continuously repairing the endometrium. Engaging in sexual intercourse too soon can increase the risk of infection. One month after a miscarriage, with a doctor's guidance and upon confirming that the body has recovered well through examinations, sexual intercourse can be resumed. Within the first month, it is crucial to prohibit sexual activities, including sitz baths and swimming, to reduce the chances of infections. Post-surgery, there should also be appropriate advisement. Both partners must take this matter seriously to avoid impacting future health.