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If you’re considering abortion, you may feel like you need to make a decision as soon as possible. But before making any pregnancy decision, there’s one important step you shouldn’t skip: getting an ultrasound.
An ultrasound isn’t meant to delay your decision. It’s designed to protect your health by providing important medical information that a pregnancy test alone can’t provide.
Read on to learn more about how an ultrasound protects your health, especially if you’re considering abortion. Or contact Vida Medical Clinic today to find a safe space to ask questions and get answers.
An Ultrasound Confirms Important Details About Your Pregnancy
A positive pregnancy test can confirm that the hormone hCG is present, but it cannot tell you important details about your pregnancy that may directly affect your health and safety.
An ultrasound can provide critical information by answering three important questions:
- Is the pregnancy located inside the uterus?
- Does the pregnancy appear to be developing?
- Approximately how far along is the pregnancy?
Knowing these details is an important step in protecting your health. An ultrasound can help identify potential concerns, confirm key information about your pregnancy, and give you a clearer understanding of what is happening in your body. With accurate information, you can better understand any medical considerations and make informed decisions about your health and next steps.
An Ultrasound Can Identify Conditions That Require Medical Care
One of the most important reasons to have an ultrasound is to rule out conditions that require medical attention.
For example, an ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, most often in a fallopian tube. This is a serious medical condition that can become life-threatening without prompt medical treatment. Abortion pills and abortion procedures do not treat an ectopic pregnancy, making it important to determine where the pregnancy is located.
An ultrasound can also identify whether you’ve experienced a miscarriage. In some cases, pregnancy hormones remain in your body even after a miscarriage, which means you could still receive a positive pregnancy test. An ultrasound helps determine whether the pregnancy is continuing to develop and what type of medical care is needed.
Knowing How Far Along You Are Matters
If you’re considering abortion, it’s important to know how far along you are in your pregnancy.
While you may estimate your due date based on your last menstrual period, ovulation doesn’t always happen exactly when expected. An ultrasound provides a more accurate estimate of your pregnancy’s gestational age.
This is especially important because abortion drugs are FDA-approved for use only through 10 weeks of gestation. Taking abortion drugs later in pregnancy may increase the risk of complications, making accurate pregnancy dating an important step in protecting your health and understanding your options.
Get the Information You Need at Vida Medical Clinic
Before making any pregnancy decision, you deserve to have the facts about your pregnancy.
At Vida Medical Clinic, we offer no-cost pregnancy testing and limited obstetric ultrasounds for qualifying patients in a compassionate, confidential environment. Our caring team is here to answer your questions, provide accurate medical information, and help you understand all of your pregnancy options without pressure or judgment.
You don’t have to make this decision alone. Contact Vida Medical Clinic today to request your free, confidential appointment today. We’re here for you.
We do not provide or refer for abortions at Vida; We are here to help you understand all of your options so that you can make an informed decision.