Abortion carries risks that could potentially impact your future fertility. If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy and thinking about abortion, it’s important to understand the potential risks to your fertility so you can make an informed choice.
This article discusses the fertility risks associated with abortion. However, if you’re seeking free pregnancy resources and information on your options, contact Lake’s Life Care Center to schedule a confidential, no-cost appointment today.
How Can Abortion Possibly Affect Fertility?
One of the key risks of the abortion pill is the possibility of an incomplete abortion.
An incomplete abortion happens when some pregnancy tissue remains in the uterus, which can lead to an infection. In rare cases, this infection may cause scarring in the uterus, potentially affecting your fertility.
If you already have an STD like chlamydia or gonorrhea, there’s also a risk that these infections could spread further into your reproductive system during the abortion. If left untreated, this could lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which can cause damage to your reproductive organs and lead to infertility.
Does Surgical Abortion Lead to Infertility?
One of the main risks of surgical abortion is the development of scar tissue on the uterine wall, known as Asherman’s Syndrome. This can cause future fertility issues or difficulties with carrying a pregnancy to term.
Schedule an Appointment
Before proceeding with an abortion, we encourage you to visit our center for free pregnancy services, including an ultrasound, which will provide important information about your pregnancy.
This quick scan will help determine your pregnancy’s gestational age, which is key to understanding your options. For instance, the abortion pill is only FDA-approved up to 10 weeks gestational age, so knowing this information will affect your options.
The ultrasound will also confirm whether the pregnancy is in the uterus. If it’s outside the uterus, it may be ectopic, which requires immediate medical attention.
The ultrasound can help confirm whether the pregnancy is viable, helping you rule out a miscarriage.
At Lakes Life Care Center, you’ll find a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you feel empowered to make an informed decision. Contact us today!
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.