Considering an Abortion?
Get free and confidential support in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania while you consider your options. Whether you’re considering abortion or already scheduled an abortion appointment, be sure to have all the information you need to make an informed decision. Receive answers and support at no cost.
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What Should I Know Before Getting an Abortion?
Before you spend the money on an abortion appointment at an abortion clinic, it’s important to find out if you actually have a developing pregnancy.
Get your answers here.
Do I need an ultrasound before an abortion?
Getting an ultrasound before an abortion is recommended because you will need to determine the gestational age of your pregnancy to know what type of abortion you need and verify your pregnancy. An ultrasound can determine if your body is preparing for a miscarriage.
How much does abortion cost?
The average cost of an abortion in the US in the first trimester is approximately $500. Second-trimester abortions average $1,500. However, abortion costs tend to be higher in states where abortion is more restricted.
What happens during the abortion?
This depends on the type of abortion you get. If you get a medical abortion, you will be taking two different medications. One pill stops the pregnancy, and the other pill expels the pregnancy tissue from your body.
If you get a surgical abortion, a doctor must insert a speculum to examine your uterus. Your cervix will be stretched open with dilators either before or during the procedure. Next, the doctor will insert a tube through the cervix into the uterus, which is attached to a suction device. This will empty the uterus.
What Occurs During the Abortion?
What happens during the abortion?
This depends on the type of abortion you get. If you get a medical abortion, you will be taking two different medications. One pill stops the pregnancy, and the other pill expels the pregnancy tissue from your body.
If you get a surgical abortion, a doctor must insert a speculum to examine your uterus. Your cervix will be stretched open with dilators either before or during the procedure. Next, the doctor will insert a tube through the cervix into the uterus, which is attached to a suction device. This will empty the uterus.
Is the abortion painful?
Pain and discomfort levels vary from woman to woman. Some women experience the physical side effect of severe cramping, fever, vomiting, chills, etc.
Additionally, some of the emotional and psychological side effects don’t always present themselves until much later.
What Happens After the Abortion?
What are the side effects of having an abortion?
- Intense cramping
- Bleeding heavier than a period
- Dizziness
- Diarrhea
- Headaches
- Mild fever
- Hot flashes
- Chills
More severe side effects, which need medical attention:
- An allergic reaction to the medication
- Infection
- An incomplete abortion
- Severe pain
- Fever
- Passing clots for two or more hours that are equal or larger than the size of a lemon
- Strong smelling vaginal discharge
- Excessive bleeding, using two or more pads in an hour
How long does it take to recover after an abortion?
Receive Free, Confidential Support
We offer a confidential place to confirm if you are pregnant with a free pregnancy test and an ultrasound exam, and we provide an unhurried setting to get all your questions answered about your pregnancy choices.
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Magnolia Women’s Center does not offer or refer for pregnancy terminations or birth control. Information is provided as an educational service and should not be relied on as a substitute for professional and/or medical advice.