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I took abortion pills 5 days back and my weight is increasing and I am fasting eating in a limit still it is happening why is that
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Please record your weight every day for 5 days and consult a General Physician with the report.
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Basically there is hormonal imbalence occurs,it will take around 3 months to heal body and reversal of hormonal to normal level.
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eat healthy diet,add vitmin c enriched diet (orange juices) tumeric golden milk for reduction in inflammation
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It's common after aborption pill. Slowly by healthy diet limited diet salad n fruits it will decrease.
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Sense of bloating and weight gain is common after abortion pills.
Take healthy, nutritious diet with more of fresh vegetables and fruits.
Do regular physical exercise and relax adequately. You will feel better.
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Please consult for complete evaluation.
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It is very common to feel like you are gaining weight or bloating in the first week after taking abortion pills. This is almost always due to hormonal shifts and water retention rather than actual fat gain, especially since you are eating in a limited way.
Here is what you should know:
Diet: Focus on light, nutritious, and easy-to-digest meals.
Hydration: Drink plenty of water. It sounds counterintuitive, but staying hydrated helps your body flush out the extra fluid it is holding.
Be Patient: Once your hormones begin to stabilize over the next 1–2 weeks, this 'weight' usually disappears on its own.
When to see a doctor immediately:
If this weight gain is actually significant swelling in your abdomen, or if you develop a fever, severe pain, or very heavy bleeding, you need an urgent check-up to ensure the procedure is complete and there is no infection.
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Possible factors -
1) Hormonal Changes: Abortion (medication or surgical) can lead to hormonal shifts, which may temporarily affect your metabolism, fluid retention, and appetite. This can sometimes cause weight fluctuations, including bloating and temporary weight gain.
2) Fluid Retention: Medications used for abortion can cause the body to hold onto more fluid, which can show up as weight gain. If you're feeling more bloated or heavier, it could be due to water retention rather than actual fat gain.
3)Stress or Emotional Changes: The emotional and physical stress of the situation can also contribute to changes in your body, such as holding onto more weight or feeling hungrier. Stress can affect hormones like cortisol, which can promote fat storage.
4)Changes in Activity Level: If your activity level has changed due to recovery or other factors (like feeling more tired or needing to rest), it can also contribute to weight changes.
5)Slow Metabolism: After a significant event like an abortion, your body may need time to return to its normal metabolic state. It could be processing everything differently right now, which might make weight management more challenging.
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The weight gain you are experiencing after taking abortion pills is likely a temporary result of hormonal fluctuations and water retention it is not actual fat gain. It can take 1 to 2 months for your hormones to fully stabilize back Fasting or limiting your intake after the procedure will not stop this type of weight gain as it is often fluid based or hormonally driven rather than caloric
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Drink plenty of water it can help reduce water retention and manage bloating. Light activity, such as walking, can help digestion and reduce bloating. Your body needs iron, calcium, and vitamins to recover from the procedure. dont fast or restrict food it can sometimes slow down the healing.
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you should contact a doctor if you experience Severe abdominal pain , fever, excessive bleeding like soaking two large pads per hour or severe swelling in the face or limbs .
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Due to pill.
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Hormonal responses of pill. For more questions, kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Jhansi
Avoid freid and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Kanchan
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Pune
Take consultation for further advice
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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Hyderabad
Due to pill
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Dr. Keerthikar Prabhakaran
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Bangalore
Weight gain immediately after taking abortion pills is usually temporary and not actual fat gain.
the body goes through hormonal changes which can cause:
Water retention (bloating)
Temporary increase in weight
Gastric discomfort
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You stay well hydrated
Avoid excess salt
Eat light, balanced meals
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Nothing like that will happen
Pls don’t worry
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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Jaipur
Do consult
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