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Done Abortion. Had Low Blood Pressure. Now Have Headache. What Is Wrong?
Hi, I had an abortion under general anaesthetic last Saturday,after I left hospital,I collapsed and was unconscious for around 4 minutes,I was taken to another hospital by ambulance with low blood pressure but released that evening. Two days later I awoke with a severe headache ,and still have it now? Please help,I m terrified something serious is wrong
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Tue, 26 Mar 2013
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Hi,
I'm assuming you had a general anesthetic for the procedure. Even after 2 days, you may be dehydrated and this may be the cause of your headache. Drink plenty of water and take simple pain killers such as paracetamol. It is most unlikely to be serious and should go in 24 hours.
I'm assuming you had a general anesthetic for the procedure. Even after 2 days, you may be dehydrated and this may be the cause of your headache. Drink plenty of water and take simple pain killers such as paracetamol. It is most unlikely to be serious and should go in 24 hours.
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