What are the effects of abortion on a woman’s body? Female abortion refers to the operation to terminate the fetus in early pregnancy. What impact does it have on the female body? 1. Damage to the reproductive system. Every pregnancy will have an impact on the female reproductive system, and abortion will cause greater damage to the uterus and ovaries. After an abortion, the uterus needs to return to its natural state, which takes a few weeks, but sometimes it can take several months to fully recover. In addition, abortion may also cause damage to ovarian function and affect future fertility. 2. Mental health problems Abortion also has a great impact on women’s mental health