Pregnancy termination with medication is called medical abortion or medical termination of pregnancy. When a woman is in her first trimester of pregnancy, this method is the safest and most effective. A doctor's supervision is required for this process, which does not necessitate surgery or any other special skills.
What's the point?
Pregnancy terminations are typically chosen for a variety of reasons, many of which are deeply personal. Abortion is the most common method for women to terminate unwanted pregnancies. Those who have had early miscarriages are also advised to use this medication. When a pregnant mother has a medical issue that could be harmful to her or her unborn child, a medical abortion may be the best option. Abortion by use of medication is reserved for extreme cases. Several tests will be performed by doctors to evaluate whether the pregnancy is harmful to the mother or the baby.
Medical abortion is available to whom?
In order to avoid the risk of reversing the consequences of a medical termination, patients must be absolutely convinced of their decision. Women in their first trimester who wish to terminate an undesirable pregnancy may do so through a medical abortion. To remove fetal and placental tissue in the event of a miscarriage, medical abortions are performed.
Medical abortion is inappropriate for:
- Over the course of nine weeks, women who are pregnant are considered to be pregnant.
- In circumstances where ectopic pregnancies are suspected.
- In cases where a woman has an intrauterine device (IUD),
- Those afflicted by ailments such as haemophilia, heart disease, lung disease, epilepsy, or a hereditary problem
- Blood thinners and long-term steroid users in women
- Individuals unable to follow up with their doctors or who are unable to obtain emergency medical care.
Medical abortion has side consequences
Patients are urged to ask their doctors about possible side effects, such as cramping and bleeding that can last up to two weeks after a medical abortion. They're some of the more prevalent ones:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headaches
- Diarrhoea
- Hot flashes
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