Abortion Information
and Risks
You deserve clear information before making a decision
If you’re considering abortion, it’s important to understand your options and have accurate medical information about your pregnancy first.
Before moving forward, confirming your pregnancy with a pregnancy test and ultrasound can help determine how far along you are and what options may be available to you.
Alpha Center offers free and confidential pregnancy testing and limited obstetric ultrasounds so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
What Is Abortion?
Abortion is a medical procedure that ends a pregnancy. There are two primary types of abortion procedures:
Medication abortion (the abortion pill)
This method uses two medications to end an early pregnancy.
Surgical abortion
This procedure is performed in a clinical setting and involves medical instruments to remove pregnancy tissue from the uterus.
The type of abortion available depends largely on how far along the pregnancy is. An ultrasound helps determine gestational age and confirms whether the pregnancy is developing normally.
Our team can help you understand what to expect and provide medically accurate information as you consider your next step.
Why is an ultrasound important?
Before making a pregnancy decision, an ultrasound can help determine:
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how far along the pregnancy is
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whether the pregnancy is developing normally
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whether the pregnancy is located in the uterus
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what options may be available based on gestational age
These details are important for your health and safety.
Possible Risks to Understand
Every medical procedure carries potential risks. Understanding these risks can help you make an informed decision.
According to the Mayo Clinic, possible risks of medication abortion may include:
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incomplete abortion requiring follow-up care
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infection
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fever
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digestive discomfort
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heavy or prolonged bleeding
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continuation of pregnancy if the medication is not effective
Possible risks of surgical abortion may include:
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infection
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damage to the cervix
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injury to the uterus
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scar tissue inside the uterus
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fever
If you are considering abortion, learning about these possibilities ahead of time can help you make the decision that is best for you.
Abortion Care Kit
We offer a Free Abortion C.A.R.E Kit designed to help you better understand what to expect and how to care for yourself during the process.
A trained advocate can walk with you through:
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what your body may experience
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what the process involves
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possible risks to understand ahead of time
Our goal is to make sure you feel informed, supported, and cared for as you consider your next step.
All services are free and confidential.
