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What care should a patient receive after an abdominal ultrasound?
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Most women can resume normal activities almost immediately. Patients should avoid sexual intercourse, douching, and tampon use for at least two weeks to prevent infection while the cervix is closing and to allow the endometrium to heal completely.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoThere is a slight risk of infection associated with a transvaginal ultrasound, especially if a biopsy was done in conjunction with the procedure. Therefore the patient should be aware of symptoms of an infection and seek care from a health.
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∙ 13y agoFor a diagnostic ultrasound, the lubricating gel applied to the abdomen is wiped off at the end of the procedure and the patient can immediately resume normal activities.
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∙ 13y agoIn general, no aftercare related to the abdominal ultrasound procedure itself is required.
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