Strength Comes In Knowing All Of Your Options.
Abortion is a big decision that can come with lasting physical and emotional consequences. It’s vital to remember that discussing your pregnancy options with a trained advocate is one of the best ways you can make an informed decision.
At Assure Pregnancy Clinic, we’re here to help you learn about abortion, its side effects, and possible risks. We’ll also walk you through what you need to know about the different procedures.
Abortion Procedures
Two main abortion procedures are performed in the United States. Medical abortion is performed during the first 70 days of pregnancy and uses two drugs to end a viable pregnancy.
Mifepristone, the first drug, blocks progesterone, a hormone that sustains the pregnancy. Misoprostol, the second drug, causes uterine contractions and expels the pregnancy from the body.
If you have a medical abortion, you will experience abdominal cramping and vaginal bleeding. There are risks associated with this abortion procedure, including:
- Fever
- Infection
- Digestive system discomfort
- Heavy and prolonged bleeding
- Incomplete abortion, which may need to be followed by surgical abortion
- An ongoing pregnancy (if the procedure does not work)
Though these risks are low, it’s essential to think about them if you’re considering abortion as an option, as they can be severe.
Surgical abortion is performed later in pregnancy and typically uses a combination of medications, surgical instruments, and a suctioning technique. As this is a more complicated procedure, there are risks that women should be aware of, such as:
- Infection
- Perforation of the uterus
- Scar tissue on the uterine wall
- Damage to the cervix
If you believe you are suffering from an abortion complication, don’t wait to seek medical treatment. You should visit the nearest emergency room immediately.
And if you’ve recently had an abortion, be sure you’re attending regular follow-up appointments and listening to your body.
How Will I Feel After The Procedure?
It can be hard to make definitive statements about how you may feel after an abortion procedure. Some women feel relief, while others have intense feelings of grief and sadness.
Your feelings are valid, and you deserve to be heard.
The National Library of Medicine states that women may experience the following after an abortion:
- Grief
- Sadness
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Feelings of loss
Post-Abortion Support At Assure
If you’re struggling with a past abortion, know that you are not alone. Assure Pregnancy Clinic offers post-abortion support for both men and women.
We’ll help you unpack your emotions and offer you a spot in our abortion healing program called “Forgiven and Set Free.” We’re here for you.
Contact us today to learn more.