After a young woman has an abortion, she is at risk of another
pregnancy immediately. Thus, it is important for her to begin
using contraception right away. Women who have an abortion in
the first trimester can begin using any method immediately postabortion.
Women who have an abortion in the second trimester can use most
methods immediately. However, they should wait six weeks before
using the diaphragm or cervical cap. They should also wait four
to six weeks before having an IUD inserted unless the provider
is appropriately trained for immediate postabortion insertion
and there is no infection. Women should use condoms while waiting
to use another method.
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