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At Alternatives Medical Clinic, we understand that life doesn’t always turn out the way you thought it would. Our compassionate team of medical professionals are here to help guide you through your decision.
Abortion clinics charge for their pregnancy confirmation services. Alternatives Medical Clinic offers a confidential place to confirm if you actually are pregnant with a free and comfortable limited ultrasound exam. We also provide an unhurried setting to get your questions answered regarding your pregnancy choices. We do not refer or provide for contraception or abortion services.
Getting an ultrasound before an abortion is recommended because you will need to determine the gestational age of your pregnancy to know what type of abortion you need and verify your pregnancy. An ultrasound can determine if the pregnancy is properly placed and if there is fetal cardiac activity.
Testing before an abortion is likely to include a pregnancy test, an ultrasound, STI testing, and Rh (blood type) testing. Other blood tests may be needed.
This depends on the type of abortion you get. If you get a medical abortion, you will be taking two different medications. One pill stops the pregnancy, and the other pill expels the pregnancy tissue from your body.
If you get a surgical abortion, a doctor must insert a speculum to examine your uterus. Your cervix will be stretched open with dilators either before or during the procedure. Next, the doctor will insert a tube through the cervix into the uterus, which is attached to a suction device. This will empty the uterus.
Pain and discomfort levels vary from woman to woman. Some women experience the physical side effect of severe cramping, fever, vomiting, chills, etc.
Additionally, some of the emotional and psychological side effects don’t always present themselves until much later.
You can expect to experience light to heavy vaginal bleeding accompanied by cramping for about two weeks. However, if you continue to have bleeding and cramping for more than two weeks, you should seek medical attention.
More severe side effects, which need medical attention:
The average cost of an abortion in the US in the first trimester is approximately $500. Second-trimester abortions average $1,500. However, abortion costs tend to be higher in states where abortion is more restricted.
Our services are provided to clients without regard to age, race, income, nationality, religious affiliation, disability, or other arbitrary circumstances. In keeping with our non-profit, pro-woman mission, Alternatives Medical Clinic does not provide or refer for abortion services.
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