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What Causes Low Blood Count And Light Menstruation Post Medical Abortion?

I had to have a DNC in late June. I was 3 months pregnant. I lost a lot of blood during procedure and ended up on the verge of needing a blood transfusion. Went from 10 blood count down to 6.5. I had a fairly light period in July and have not had a full period since. Just dark blood a couple times in Aug and Sept. When I wiped. Not enough to even use feminine product. I just had same think occur yesterday. What could this mean? Doctor pregnancy test was neGative.
Tue, 31 Mar 2020
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Hello,

The low blood count is related to development of anemia from the loss of blood through the abortion procedure and inadequate transfusion of required units of blood or Red blood cells. The light menses is also in concern with underlying anemia (low hemoglobin) only. You have to continue certain measures as:
- High protein, iron diet with plenty of green leafy veg, cereals, pulses, legumes, meat products, beet root
- Supplemental iron capsule, tablet or syrup as per the choice
- Contraceptive measures to prevent pregnancy if sexually active as there are all high chances of getting pregnancy during irregular or light periods.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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What Causes Low Blood Count And Light Menstruation Post Medical Abortion?

Hello, The low blood count is related to development of anemia from the loss of blood through the abortion procedure and inadequate transfusion of required units of blood or Red blood cells. The light menses is also in concern with underlying anemia (low hemoglobin) only. You have to continue certain measures as: - High protein, iron diet with plenty of green leafy veg, cereals, pulses, legumes, meat products, beet root - Supplemental iron capsule, tablet or syrup as per the choice - Contraceptive measures to prevent pregnancy if sexually active as there are all high chances of getting pregnancy during irregular or light periods. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon