If you’ve recently been faced with an unexpected pregnancy, your mind may be racing with questions. Questions like, “What are my options? Where can I go? How do I move forward?”. Or you might still be in shock, wrestling with foreign emotions, and at a loss for what to do next. Sleep may not come easily, and your thoughts may be clouded during the day.
If this sounds familiar, you may have thought about abortion as your solution.
Taking The Time You Need
Abortion can be a life-altering decision for many women; it can cause them to later struggle with intense emotions that are difficult to deal with alone or with their mental wellness. That’s why we encourage women contemplating an abortion to take the time and space they need to uncover their feelings, what might be right for them, and their unique stories.
No one should make you feel forced to make this decision, this is your choice, and you need to feel confident and comfortable with your decision.
Understanding The Health Risks
There are two main types of abortion procedures:
- Medical
- Surgical
Various factors may influence which is available to you and what your options include. However, each comes with health risks that women should be aware of so they can make an informed decisions.
Some risks include:
- Incomplete abortion, which may need to be followed by surgical abortion
- An ongoing pregnancy if the procedure doesn’t work
- Heavy and prolonged bleeding
- Infection
- Fever
- Digestive system discomfort
Other potential risks are:
- Perforation of the uterus
- Damage to the cervix
- Scar tissue on the uterine wall
- Infection
What Should I Do First?
To better understand your options and what is available to you, receiving a reliable pregnancy test, ultrasound image, and sitting down to speak with a professional can help you gain the answers you need to make your decision while protecting your health and wellness.
We welcome you to make a free, confidential appointment with us today. Let our qualified team help you find the answers.