Q I had a D&C after a missed miscarriage, and the hospital said there was nothing wrong. Do I still need postpartum-style care after a miscarriage?
A Even though it lasts a short time, a miscarriage involves hormonal and uterine changes comparable to pregnancy and childbirth, so recovery care is needed. Supporting uterine recovery and replenishing qi and blood helps your overall recovery afterward and your preparation for a future pregnancy.
Detailed Answer
Whether a spontaneous miscarriage or a D&C, a miscarriage involves the process of the uterus and hormones, which had changed with pregnancy, returning to normal over a short period. Even when tests show no major problems, it is common for bleeding, fatigue, and emotional swings to continue, and if uterine recovery is insufficient, it can affect the next menstrual cycle or pregnancy. For this reason, \"post-miscarriage care\" is recommended on a par with postpartum care.
Korean Medicine Clinic Perspective
In Korean medicine, a miscarriage is regarded with the principle that \"a half-birth (bansan) is heavier than a full birth (jeongsan),\" meaning it should be cared for as carefully as, or even more carefully than, childbirth. At Dongjedang, even after a miscarriage we focus on clearing away remaining blood stasis and tonifying (bo) the suddenly depleted qi and blood, so that the uterus can return to its place and the body's foundation can recover to prepare for what comes next.
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