Are you debating whether medical abortion is the right pregnancy decision for you? Get the facts to make an informed decision for your future.
At ABBA Women’s Choice, we offer free pregnancy services, so you know your options. We can also meet with you and provide support during this stressful time.
#1: There are two abortion pills to take in the process
Many women don’t know that there are actually two different types of abortion pills involved in the medical abortion process: mifepristone and misoprostol.
First, misoprostol blocks the progesterone hormone, causing the uterus lining to thin and preventing the embryo from growing and staying attached to the uterus. Misoprostol is taken 24 to 48 hours later after taking mifepristone, causing the uterus to contract and expel the embryo through the vagina.
#2: It’s recommended only for women through 10 weeks of pregnancy
Medical abortion is not for every woman but is only recommended by the FDA for women through 10 weeks of pregnancy. After this point in pregnancy, going about medical abortion could increase the risks and side effects significantly.
#2: There are serious risks & side effects involved
You should be made aware of some of the serious risks and side effects of medical abortion, as it could affect your future health. Some of the risks of medical abortion include:
- The body not releasing all pregnancy tissue in the uterus, is 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
Medical abortion can also cause side effects such as vaginal bleeding and stomach cramping, and the following:
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Chills
- Diarrhea
- Headache
Learn More at ABBA Women’s Choice
We can help you with your first steps to confirming your pregnancy options with free pregnancy testing. If you receive positive results, we can also offer a free ultrasound.
We also offer free and confidential options counseling. Contact us today to schedule an appointment so you can make a fully informed decision about your pregnancy.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
