Read also: How to know if your body is not ready for pregnancy. Having more than two abortions potentially risks infection after the procedure. Most infections could be easily treated with medicine. Nonetheless, some severe infectious diseases such as the pelvic inflammatory disease could cause damage to reproductive organs if not treated. This can cause infertility or pregnancy outside the womb. Regarding womb damage, although this case is quite rare with advanced surgery today, the cervix could be damaged and weakened.
A weakened cervix due to repeated dilation during the earlier procedures could cause difficulty sustaining a pregnancy later on, potentially leading to a miscarriage. However, cervical incompetence can be treated with an operation by putting a small stitch of strong thread around the cervix to keep it closed.
In addition, an abortion can be an emotionally challenging experience for a woman. A woman who has been through an abortion might avoid sexual contact due to guilty or conflicting feelings; this might have an indirect effect on fertility.
Before and after having an abortion, you should communicate with your partner or family. Also, wait for at least a month after the abortion before attempting to get pregnant again. Your body needs time to rest up before it is ready to take on another life. The consequences imposed on both your physical and mental health following an abortion are unavoidable. If you are concerned about the possible impact on your future pregnancy, consult with your health care provider.
It is important to let the clinic staff know how many weeks pregnant you are when you make your appointment. The cost of an abortion is different for each state and each clinic. If you have a Medicare card, it will cover some of the costs. Medicare does not usually cover the full cost. Ask how much the abortion will cost when you make your appointment.
Before the abortion a doctor or nurse will talk with you about what is involved in the abortion, what the risks are and what to do to take care of yourself afterwards. You will usually have an ultrasound and a blood test.
You will be able to ask questions. If you are having a surgical abortion, the clinic staff will talk to you about not eating or drinking before the appointment and what to bring with you to the appointment.
It often helps to have a support person with you. If you are having sedation someone will need to drive you home. If you are having a medical abortion you will experience the abortion at home and should have a support person with you during that time.
It's important to think about what contraception you're going to use after the abortion. You can usually start using contraception on the day of the abortion.
If you do this you'll be protected against another unplanned pregnancy straight away. You will need a check-up weeks after a medical abortion. You might need to have another blood test and ultrasound. If you have any concerns after having a medical abortion you can call the Marie Stopes International 24 hour advice number on Working through your options - www.
Family planning NSW client resource on contraception — www. Teenage pregnancy Journal of General Practice; 49 6 , Donate and support us. Talkline Home Factsheets Individuals Abortion Unplanned Pregnancy: Abortion Unplanned Pregnancy: Abortion This fact sheet is for women who are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy and want information about abortion. Am I pregnant?
Someone to talk to: Unplanned pregnancies happen to women of all ages and from all backgrounds. There are three options to consider when you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy: continue the pregnancy with a partner or on your own continue the pregnancy followed by adoption or foster care terminate the pregnancy abortion. How is an abortion done?
They can be carried out after 24 weeks in very limited circumstances — for example, if the mother's life is at risk or the child would be born with a severe disability. Most abortion services will ask to perform an ultrasound scan to work out how many weeks pregnant you are.
The length of pregnancy is calculated from the first day of your last period. Abortions are safer the earlier they're carried out. Getting advice early on will give you more time to make a decision if you're unsure.
Some women may be certain they want to have an abortion, while others may find it more difficult to make a decision. All women requesting an abortion can discuss their options with, and receive support from, a trained pregnancy counsellor if they wish.
You may also want to speak to your partner, friends or family, but you do not have to. They do not have a say in your decision.
If you do not want to tell anyone, your details will be kept confidential. If you're under 16, your parents do not usually need to be told. The doctor or nurse may encourage you to tell a parent, carer or other adult you trust, but they will not make you.
There are organisations, usually known as crisis pregnancy centres, that offer counselling around pregnancy. They do not refer people for abortion, and may not offer balanced or accurate advice.
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