m/c & sex

[magnolia55]

I just read on another website that you aren't supposed to have sex or use tampons for two weeks after an m/c because of risk of infection. This never occurred to me and my OB didn't mention it. Has anyone else been told by a doctor to avoid sex? I m/cd a week ago and my cervix is still high and feels open. Is this normal? It would take me months to get an appointment with an OB here, so I was wondering if I should be worried?

[adgal]

I was told that after both my D&C's.  This one I was told no problem, bleeding still or not. OB told me not to even worry about waiting a cycle.  Mind you, I was only a little past 4 weeks, so I think they still consider that a chemical pregnancy.  I think the most important thing is to make sure you are aware of any sign of infection...foul smell, etc.  But if you didn't have to have meds or surgical intervention, I would not be too concerned about it.

[marie1210]

I've been told no sex while you're still bleeding.  I've haven't heard of waiting two weeks.  I'm pretty sure after the bleeding stops, you're good.  I've had four m/c and always followed this.  Here I am, still alive and infection free. =)

[YvetteY]

I think it's after you have a D&C.    

[usuk]

after a D&E (at 14 weeks) i was told no swimming, no baths, no sex, no tampons. hope that helps.