Knowing the risks of the abortion pill (also called medical abortion) will help you take charge of your health and consider how a pregnancy decision can impact your well-being long-term. While Ava Health does not provide or refer for abortions, we’re committed to helping you understand your options and take steps to keep yourself safe.
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Understanding the Risks
The abortion pill is a self-elected option that uses drugs to end a pregnancy. This method is FDA-approved through 10 weeks gestation.
Mifepristone is the first drug taken. It blocks a hormone called progesterone. Without progesterone, the pregnancy detaches from the uterine lining and ends. Next, misoprostol is taken. This drug induces contractions that expel the pregnancy from the uterus.
Bleeding and cramping will occur as these drugs work to end and expel the pregnancy. However, it’s critical to be aware of the risks associated with the abortion pill, as knowing them can help you consider health implications and make an informed decision.
Abortion pill risks include:
- Digestive symptoms (i.e., upset stomach)
- Fever
- Heavy, prolonged bleeding
- Infection
- Incomplete abortion (the body not releasing all the pregnancy tissue in the uterus, which may require surgical treatment)
Before making a decision, it’s vital to discuss the risks and side effects of abortion with a qualified medical professional and confirm your pregnancy. Ava Health will help you gather information to make a confident choice.
No-Cost, Confidential Services
Facing an unexpected pregnancy? This can be a challenging time, but you aren’t alone.
We offer various no-cost services, including limited ultrasounds after positive pregnancy testing to verify key details and options consultations. Our team will help you get the information needed to guide your decisions.
Request a confidential appointment today to take the next step.
Ava Health does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.