How does the abortion pill work?

The abortion pill uses two drugs, Mifepristone, and Misoprostol. Mifepristone is administered to prevent the body from producing the hormone progesterone, which is vital to the health of the growing pregnancy. Without progesterone, the pregnancy will end. In order to expel the pregnancy from the uterus, Misoprostol is used. This second pill causes contractions and forces the pregnancy (fetus) from the body.

What will a medical abortion be like?

Unlike surgical abortion, medical abortions are typically completed at home. Women will likely experience intense cramping and heavy bleeding with blood clots as the body expels the pregnancy (fetus).

Are there any long-term risks associated with the abortion pill?

Yes, unfortunately, some women do experience severe health conditions as a result of taking the abortion pill. Before deciding if the abortion pill is right for you, we recommend educating yourself on the potential severe risks, which may include: Heavy uterine bleeding and hemorrhaging Infections and sepsis Mental and emotional trauma as a result of the abortion experience1 Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) caused by the abortion pill in patients with a Chlamydia infection

Is Abortion Covered by Insurance in Florida?

Insurance plans, neither private nor government-run (like Medicaid), cover the cost of abortion in Florida. There are a few exceptions, like life endangerment, rape, or incest, however, these are extremely rare cases.

Are abortions free at Planned Parenthood?

While abortion is often advertised as the cheapest pregnancy option, it can actually be quite expensive and can come with hidden costs that are important to consider. Abortions are not free at Planned Parenthood, or other abortion clinics, with each abortion procedure costing anywhere from hundreds to thousands of dollars depending on the stage of the pregnancy.

What Is Ectopic Pregnancy?

A normal pregnancy involves the fertilized egg attaching to your uterine lining. Once the placenta forms, the pregnancy continues to develop until it’s time to give birth. With an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg attaches outside of the uterus and normally within a fallopian tube. When this happens, though the pregnancy will grow, it will not be able to survive. As it grows, it can threaten your health. If it’s in a fallopian tube, it can cause the tube to burst or rupture, and therefore needs to be detected and treated early. Unfortunately an ectopic pregnancy is not a viable pregnancy, which means it can’t result in having the baby.

What Are the Symptoms of Ectopic Pregnancy?

It’s often difficult to know if you are experiencing ectopic pregnancy without an ultrasound as symptoms are a lot like early pregnancy symptoms. Ectopic pregnancy symptoms include: A missed period Sharp abdominal cramps Tender breasts Nausea Dizziness You may be more susceptible to an ectopic pregnancy if you have PID (pelvic inflammatory disease), smoke, or are older than 35. It’s vital to know for sure if you have an ectopic pregnancy, as it can cause serious harm and even life-threatening bleeding.

What should I know before an abortion?

When it comes to an unexpected pregnancy, the only way to make the best decision is to be informed about each of your options. That includes understanding the medical abortion procedures and potential risks. Prior to obtaining an abortion, there are a few questions you should be able to answer about your pregnancy:

Abortion costs will vary, and one of the factors that determines abortion cost is how far along you are. It also depends on where the abortion is performed and which type of abortion procedure you’re looking at. Make an appointment for a free ultrasound today to determine fetal development and the options that are available to you.

Is my pregnancy normal?

It’s important to determine if your pregnancy is normal, or if you are at risk for a natural miscarriage or tubal pregnancy. Most miscarriages occur within the first trimester, and if you have a tubal pregnancy, you will require immediate medical attention. We can determine each of these things with a free Limited OB Ultrasound at our clinic.

Having an untreated Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) at the time of having an abortion can seriously impact your future health. It puts you at high risk for contracting Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) which can lead to future reproductive health problems including infertility, serious infection, and other long-term complications. We can provide referrals for free or low-cost STD testing and treatment. These referrals can help you find the right testing and treatment for your conditions and ensure you and your pregnancy are healthy regardless of your decision.

What Do I Learn From an Ultrasound?

There are several important reasons why you should have an ultrasound. A positive pregnancy test alone doesn’t give you the information you need to move forward. For instance, an ultrasound will tell you: If you’re still actually pregnant. According to Mayo Clinic, up to 20% of known pregnancies end in a natural miscarriage. You can still get a positive pregnancy test result for a while after a miscarriage because your body takes time to readjust. How far along you are. This is known as the “gestational” age. The technician will take measurements of the fetus to determine how many weeks you’ve been pregnant. Where the pregnancy is located. Some pregnancies form outside of the uterus. These are called ectopic pregnancies and can be very dangerous to your health.

Is an Ultrasound Necessary?

If your pregnancy is unexpected, you’re probably trying to figure out what to do. We understand. An unplanned pregnancy can be scary and overwhelming. One of our Care Coordinators would love to talk with you about your situation and the options you have moving forward. Of course, all consultations are completely free and confidential. You have three options. If you’re looking at having an abortion, you’ll need to know how long you’ve been pregnant. Knowing the number of weeks determines if you can have a medical or surgical abortion. Of course, an ultrasound will also reveal if you’ve already had a miscarriage. If you have, there’s no reason for an abortion. If you’re considering making an adoption plan or parenting, you’ll know your due date for future planning. As you can see, you need to know more than a positive pregnancy test result, and an ultrasound is the best way to get that information.

First, What is Ectopic Pregnancy?

A normal pregnancy involves the fertilized egg attaching to your uterine lining. Once the placenta forms, the pregnancy continues to develop until it’s time to give birth. With an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg attaches outside of the uterus and normally within a fallopian tube. When this happens, though the pregnancy will grow, it will not be able to survive. As it grows, it can threaten your health. If it’s in a fallopian tube, it can cause the tube to burst or rupture, and therefore needs to be detected and treated early. Unfortunately an ectopic pregnancy is not a viable pregnancy, which means it can’t result in having the baby.

What Are the Symptoms of Ectopic Pregnancy?

It’s often difficult to know if you are experiencing ectopic pregnancy without an ultrasound as symptoms are a lot like early pregnancy symptoms. Ectopic pregnancy symptoms include: A missed period Sharp abdominal cramps Tender breasts Nausea Dizziness You may be more susceptible to an ectopic pregnancy if you have PID (pelvic inflammatory disease), smoke, or are older than 35. It’s vital to know for sure if you have an ectopic pregnancy, as it can cause serious harm and even life-threatening bleeding.

What are the Different Types of Abortion?

First, you’ll want to know the difference between the two main types of abortion: medication and surgical abortion. Both terminate an existing pregnancy through two very different methods. Only women who are 10 weeks pregnant or under qualify for medication abortion, otherwise surgical abortion is your only other abortion option.

Are there side effects and risks related to chemical abortion?

Bleeding and cramping are to be expected as the pregnancy is forced from the uterus, women may also experience other side effects like nausea, fever, vomiting, dizziness, chills, weakness, diarrhea, and headaches. In addition to these side effects, some long-term health risks related to the abortion pill include infection, sepsis, and hemorrhaging. If you have any pre-existing medical conditions that could be of concern in combination with a chemical abortion, it is best to contact a medical professional prior to your procedure.

Are there side effects and risks related to surgical abortions?

Both types of surgical abortion will often result in nausea, vomiting, bleeding, cramping, and dizziness. Additionally, there are risks of infection, hemorrhaging, sepsis, lacerations to reproductive organs, & cervical incompetence.

What is Incomplete Abortion?

An incomplete abortion can happen after either a medical or surgical abortion, when the pregnancy has not fully been removed from the uterus and pregnancy tissue still remains in the womb. Get help from a medical professional right away if you have any of these symptoms after an abortion: Moderate to severe vaginal bleeding (saturating more than one pad an hour) Lower abdominal and/or pain Pain in the back, buttocks, genitalia, and perineum Passing blood clots A fever

How Does Abortion Work?

Abortion is a serious medical procedure and is not as simple as you may think. Every abortion method comes with physical and emotional risks and side effects. You may be wondering what type of abortion you qualify for. How far along you are in your pregnancy determines what type of abortion you can receive. There are two main types of abortion: medical abortion and surgical abortion. Medical abortions are an option up until ten weeks gestation. If you are past ten weeks pregnant, a surgical abortion may be your only other abortion option. Confirm your pregnancy to know for sure.

What Are the Risks of the Abortion Pill?

Here are some possible risks: Incomplete abortion, which may need to be followed by surgical abortion Heavy and prolonged bleeding Infection Fever Digestive system discomfort

How Does The Abortion Pill Work?

There are two types of abortion: medication (or medical) and surgical. The abortion pill is a medical abortion procedure that uses two drugs to terminate your pregnancy. You take the drugs over a 24 to 48-hour period, but bleeding can last for weeks. The first drug, mifepristone, blocks the uterus from absorbing progesterone. This hormone is vital for the growth of the pregnancy. Without it, the lining of the uterus thins, and the pregnancy ends. The second drug, misoprostol, causes your body to bleed and contract to expel the pregnancy and tissue. Bleeding occurs within hours usually, but it can take days.

Am I eligible for the abortion pill?

Laws for abortion are different in every state. Recently, a law was passed in Florida banning abortions after 15 weeks. If you have been pregnant longer than 15 weeks from the first day of your last menstrual period, you are not eligible for abortion in Florida, including the abortion pill.

Have You Confirmed Your Pregnancy?

You may think a positive result on a home pregnancy test is all you need to confirm your pregnancy, but it isn’t. Up to 20% of known pregnancies end in a natural miscarriage. According to the Mayo Clinic, the number could be higher because most miscarriages occur before women realize they’re pregnant.

FAQ - Pregnancy Options Miami

Q: What is the abortion pill?

The abortion pill, also known as a medical abortion, is a two-pill process of ending a pregnancy. The process is only effective in the first 10 weeks of pregnancy, so it’s essential you know how far along you are.

We want you to be empowered to make the best choice for your unplanned pregnancy. Here are some questions women and men often ask. If you don’t see your question here, please contact us.

When Should I Take a Pregnancy Test?

Pregnancy Options Miami offers free, medical-grade pregnancy testing for an unexpected pregnancy. Our tests can identify hCG (a hormone produced if you are pregnant) as early as 1 day after a missed period. However, waiting at least a week will allow for the most accurate results and reduce the chances of getting a false test result. Schedule your free pregnancy test.

What is the Abortion Pill?

The abortion pill (aka a medication abortion) is an early pregnancy termination procedure that can only be performed during the first nine weeks. Two different and very powerful drugs are taken. The first drug ends the pregnancy, and the second drug is taken at least 24-48 hours later to cause cramping and contractions that expel the pregnancy. Abortion is a serious medical decision. Contact us to discuss procedures, risks, and side effects.

What Are the Side Effects of Abortion?

Any abortion is a serious medical decision and should be considered very carefully. There are two main types of abortion, medication and surgical. Depending on which type of abortion you have, there are certain risks and side effects. Here are a few:

Incomplete abortion (following a medical abortion)
Infection
Prolonged, heavy bleeding
Fever and chills
Nausea
Damage to the cervix (following a surgical abortion)
Damage to the lining of the uterus (following a surgical abortion)

What Do I Need Before I Can Have an Abortion?

The first thing you should do is get an ultrasound to determine exactly how far along you are. An ultrasound will give you the information you need about your pregnancy, like where it’s located and if it’s viable. These are important factors when you consider an abortion. Schedule your free ultrasound with us.

What Are the Early Signs of Pregnancy?

It’s not possible to verify a pregnancy by symptoms alone. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you should come to Pregnancy Options for free pregnancy testing.

Late period
Sore breasts
Nausea & vomiting
Food cravings or aversions
Mood swings
Headaches
Fatigue