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Suggest Treatment For Hyperventilation Post Abortion
I had a surgical abortion yesterday (6 week pregnancy, 4 weeks from conception), and am now having trouble breathing fully. During the procedure I had a panic attack - crying uncontrollably and hyperventilating - but other than that I usually have very good control other my breath. It doesn t feel like an emergency, but I am very aware of the shortness in my breath and my inability to relax my exhale. I have had very little bleeding since the procedure (far less than what could soil 1 pad), at first severe but now only mild cramping, and have had little to no fever. I also had an IUD inserted at the end of the procedure. I am concerned that I may have TSS or maybe my body is just adjusting to the termination or the IUD. I was given 2 antibiotic tablets to have with a meal after my procedure, which I took, and have since been taking ibuprofen to ease the mild cramps. I am wondering if I should be concerned and see a doctor immediately or if it s ok to wait a week or two for my check up.
Fri, 26 Feb 2016
thank you for your query.
Your query is detailed and precise.
During a panic attack, you dont realise your breathlessness, you just panic.
However, breathing difficulty must be evaluated.
It could be just the stress of the procedure and emotions or it could be more serious like a pulmonary embolism.
The latter may occur after any surgical procedure but more so with the female reproductive tract ( rich in blood supply and close proximity to the vessels).
Please see a doctor immediately as this could go from bad to worse in a few hours and is life threatening. You may need to go to the ER if your doctor in unavaliable to see you right away. Be prepared to be hospitalized, if the need arises.
hope I've answered your query.
Please feel free to get back to us if you have further queries. Wish you good health
Your query is detailed and precise.
During a panic attack, you dont realise your breathlessness, you just panic.
However, breathing difficulty must be evaluated.
It could be just the stress of the procedure and emotions or it could be more serious like a pulmonary embolism.
The latter may occur after any surgical procedure but more so with the female reproductive tract ( rich in blood supply and close proximity to the vessels).
Please see a doctor immediately as this could go from bad to worse in a few hours and is life threatening. You may need to go to the ER if your doctor in unavaliable to see you right away. Be prepared to be hospitalized, if the need arises.
hope I've answered your query.
Please feel free to get back to us if you have further queries. Wish you good health
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