Bleeding problem

May be caused by

What to do

Heavy bleeding, or bleeding that lasts longer than 15 days, or bleeding with pain or fever

pieces of the pregnancy may still be in the womb

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infection in the womb

Go to a hospital or clinic right away.

Bleeding like a normal monthly bleeding, but lasting 5 to 15 days, getting lighter and lighter

this is normal

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See ‘what to expect after an abortion’.