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Immediately after an abortion there is usually a tremendous
sense of relief. Tension has been high ever since pregnancy was suspected
and now it is over. Sadly that is not the end of the story. Painful
emotions are likely to surface which have to be dealt with, which may lead
to the woman suffering with Post Abortion Syndrome.
Onset
Post Abortion Syndrome symptoms are most likely to surface
from 6 months to 2 years after an abortion but can occur immediately or
many years after. Their onset can be acute causing immense
emotional distress and life disruption or chronic with intensity of
symptoms building up over months and years.
Possible Symptoms of Post Abortion
Syndrome
- Anger at self and others
- Anxiety over fertility and childbearing issues
- Depression
- Grief
- Guilt
- Relationship Difficulties
- Uncontrollable Crying
- Increase of symptoms around anniversary dates - the
abortion and/or due date of baby
HopeWith
help it is possible to work towards coming to terms with your situation. |
