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If your breasts are painful, tense, hot and have an inflamed/red area you may have an infection. Please contact the Aftercare Line or your own GP.
Infection
You will have been given 2 different types of antibiotics during your treatment (unless you are allergic to them). However sometimes tiny pieces of tissue that do not come out at the time of the abortion may become infected.
Signs of infection are:
• Hightemperature,flu-likesymptomsand feeling shivery
• Unpleasantsmellingvaginaldischarge
• Ongoingbleedingthatisheavierthanyour
heaviest period
• Ongoingpainmoreseverethanaperiodpain
Do’s and Don’ts
You should rest for 24-48 hours following procedures You can have a warm shower or a quick bath
Do not use tampons until your next period because of the risk of infection
Swimming is not recommended for 4 weeks due to the risk of infection
You should take a few days off work. If your job involves heavy lifting or is physically demanding you should take 1 week off
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