How Does Abortion End My Pregnancy?
Facing an unexpected pregnancy can lead to many questions. Understanding what happens during an abortion can help you make an informed choice and protect your health.
If you haven’t confirmed your pregnancy, visit First Choice Pregnancy Services for a free pregnancy test and ultrasound. Contact us today to get started.
How the Abortion Pill Ends a Pregnancy
Medical abortion uses two drugs called mifepristone and misoprostol to end and expel a progressing, first-trimester pregnancy.
The first drug blocks progesterone, a hormone needed to support pregnancy. The second drug causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy and related tissue. This process involves vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping and can take several days to complete.
In addition to vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping, women can also experience upset stomach, vomiting, chills, fever, headache, or diarrhea. The experience can vary widely from one woman to another, and every woman should be aware of the risks before proceeding.
How Surgical Abortion Ends a Pregnancy
Surgical abortion is performed in a clinical or hospital setting. An abortion provider uses tools and drugs to dilate (open) the cervix, or the opening of your uterus. Then they will use suction or scraping tools to manually remove the pregnancy and tissue. If the pregnancy is larger, they may also use forceps to grab larger pieces.
The provider ensures they have fully emptied your uterus for a complete abortion.
Some women have light vagainal bleeding or spotting and mild cramping for a few days afterward. Because this procedure involves medical tools, there are risks such as infection, uterine perforation (poking a hole in the uterus), damage to the cervix, and scar tissue on the wall of the uterus.
Why an Ultrasound Matters
An ultrasound before an abortion confirms the pregnancy is in the uterus and helps determine gestational age. It can also rule out miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, which require different procedures. Skipping this step can increase the risk of complications and missed medical conditions.
Visit First Choice Pregnancy Services
Abortion is a serious medical decision. Before proceeding, gather the necessary information to protect your reproductive health.
Schedule your free appointment at First Choice Pregnancy Services to receive pregnancy testing, an ultrasound, and support from a caring team.
Abortion Pill Reversal
If you have changed your mind after beginning a medical abortion, it may not be too late to save your pregnancy. The abortion pill is a two-step process, and there is a possibility of reversing the effects after step one. Learn about abortion pill reversal and act quickly!
Pregnancy Testing
Even if you have taken a home pregnancy test, be confident with the results. Get a second opinion with a high-sensitivity test from us. Let our team accurately administer one of our lab-quality pregnancy tests so you get the correct answer you need.
Pre-Abortion Screening
You may not need an abortion. Approximately 1 in 4 pregnancies end naturally because of miscarriage. Ultrasound exists to alert you to a miscarriage or a dangerous ectopic pregnancy. Both require a visit to a healthcare provider not an abortion provider. Contact us to schedule your free pre-abortion screening.
Ultrasounds
After a positive pregnancy test result, your next step is a free ultrasound. An ultrasound exam can confirm viability and determine how far along you are in your pregnancy. You need to know both if you are choosing abortion. Make us your First Choice.
Abortion Pill Reversal
If you have changed your mind after beginning a medical abortion, it may not be too late to save your pregnancy. The abortion pill is a two-step process, and there is a possibility of reversing the effects after step one. Learn about abortion pill reversal and act quickly!
Pregnancy Testing
Even if you have taken a home pregnancy test, be confident with the results. Get a second opinion with a high-sensitivity test from us. Let our team accurately administer one of our lab-quality pregnancy tests so you get the correct answer you need.
Pre-Abortion Screening
You may not need an abortion. Approximately 1 in 4 pregnancies end naturally because of miscarriage. Ultrasound exists to alert you to a miscarriage or a dangerous ectopic pregnancy. Both require a visit to a healthcare provider not an abortion provider. Contact us to schedule your free pre-abortion screening.
Ultrasounds
After a positive pregnancy test result, your next step is a free ultrasound. An ultrasound exam can confirm viability and determine how far along you are in your pregnancy. You need to know both if you are choosing abortion. Make us your First Choice.
