Medical abortion is the only self-elected option that ends a pregnancy. If you’re considering this option for your unexpected pregnancy, it’s critical to learn about the side effects and risks.
At New Beginnings of Winchester, we offer reliable, evidence-based information. Our role is to support and inform without judgment or pressure.
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Understanding Medical Abortion
A medical abortion involves taking drugs to end a pregnancy and is approved by the FDA for use through 10 weeks gestation.
The first drug taken is mifepristone, which blocks the hormone progesterone. Progesterone is necessary for the pregnancy to grow, and without it, the pregnancy stops progressing and begins to detach from the uterus.
The second drug, misoprostol, causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy tissue. Cramping and bleeding will occur during this process.
Alongside cramping and bleeding, women may also experience other side effects, including:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Chills
- Fever
In addition to causing side effects, medical abortion is also associated with certain risks, which can be severe. These risks include:
- Fever
- Infection
- Heavy or prolonged bleeding
- Incomplete abortion (which may need surgical treatment)
- A continuing pregnancy (if the drugs don’t work)
Choosing abortion is a significant decision, and you owe it to yourself to be fully informed and weigh all your options. Our friendly, compassionate team will help you learn about each option and get your questions answered in a completely confidential setting.
Weighing Your Options?
Choosing abortion is a significant decision, and you owe it to yourself to be fully informed. Our friendly, compassionate team will answer your questions in a completely confidential setting.
When unexpectedly pregnant, it can be hard to know where to start—but you don’t have to go through it alone. New Beginnings of Winchester will empower you with the information needed to make an educated decision.
Schedule a free and confidential appointment today.
New Beginnings of Winchester does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.