We want to share the facts about the option of abortion so you can make an informed decision for your future. Here is what to know about the risks of abortion, why your pregnancy details matter, and your pregnancy options. Lakes Life Care Center is here to help you navigate this difficult time.
Know the Risks of Abortion
It’s important to weigh the risks of each type of abortion procedure. The Mayo Clinic shares the physical risks of medical abortion, including:
- The body not releasing all pregnancy tissue in the uterus, also called an incomplete abortion; this may require surgical abortion
- An ongoing pregnancy if the procedure doesn’t work
- Heavy and prolonged bleeding
- Infection
- Fever
- Digestive symptoms such as upset stomach
While there is more than one type of surgical abortion procedure, they all share the following physical risks:
- Damage to the uterus or cervix
- Uterine perforation
- Excessive bleeding
- Infection of the uterus or fallopian tubes
- Scarring of the inside of the uterus
Know Where Your Pregnancy Stands
Pregnancy confirmation is needed to understand if you’re eligible for abortion. Be sure to go about pregnancy testing and an ultrasound to know where your pregnancy stands.
Medical abortion is only FDA-approved for women through 10 weeks of pregnancy. An ultrasound is needed to confirm how far along you are and can alert you to possible complications such as ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage. Both of these complications would disqualify you for abortion and require medical attention.
Find the Answers You Need
Find clarity by getting started with no-cost pregnancy testing with our center. We offer free ultrasounds to anyone who receives a positive pregnancy test with us.
Contact us to schedule your no-cost appointment today so you don’t have to wonder and can get the information you need to make an educated decision.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.