If you’re researching the abortion pill, you may be looking for clear information about how it works, what to expect, and how it could affect your health. Understanding the process, potential risks, and medical steps involved can help you make an informed decision and know what questions to ask along the way.
At Innervisions HealthCare, we offer confidential pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and options consultations at no cost. Our trained staff provides medically accurate information in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment so you can better understand your situation and next steps.
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What the Abortion Pill Is and How It Works
The abortion pill, also known as a medical abortion, uses two drugs in sequence: mifepristone and misoprostol. Mifepristone blocks progesterone, a hormone necessary to sustain pregnancy. Misoprostol, taken 24 to 48 hours, causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy.
This process typically involves cramping and bleeding that can last several hours to several days. Other possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, chills, or fever.
The abortion pill is only FDA-approved for use through 10 weeks of gestation, which makes confirming how far along you are an important safety step.
Why Medical Screening Matters
Before any abortion procedure, proper medical screening is important. An ultrasound can confirm gestational age, ensure the pregnancy is located in the uterus, and assess viability by detecting a fetal heartbeat. These factors help identify conditions such as miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, which require different medical care.
It is also important to receive STI testing before taking the abortion pill. Undiagnosed sexually transmitted infections, especially chlamydia or gonorrhea, can increase the risk of infection during or after an abortion. If left untreated, these infections may lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), a condition that can cause long-term pelvic pain, infertility, and other health complications.
Risks and Possible Complications
While some women do not experience complications, risks associated with the abortion pill can include incomplete abortion, heavy or prolonged bleeding, infection, and missed ectopic pregnancy, which can be life-threatening.
Limited access to follow-up care can increase these risks, especially if complications develop after the process is complete.
Support and Information You Can Trust
If you are considering the abortion pill, you deserve accurate information and respectful support. Innervisions HealthCare provides a safe place to ask questions, discuss concerns, and learn about your options without pressure.
Schedule a no-cost, confidential appointment for clear information and supportive, personalized care. Your health matters, and you deserve clear information as you consider your next steps.
Innervisions HealthCare does not provide or refer for abortions.