4 Facts About Medical Abortion You Might Not Know
You may have heard about the abortion pill on social media, from your friends, or through your research. However, there are some facts that you might not know.
Keep reading to find out what they are, and you are welcome to contact Heart to Heart if you’d like to ask more questions. If you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy, we offer free and confidential appointments to help you confirm your pregnancy and learn your options.
1: Medical abortion was first FDA-approved in 2000.
The FDA first approved medical abortion drugs for use in 2000, but only for the first seven weeks of pregnancy. It wasn’t until 2016 that the FDA extended its approved use to ten weeks.
Some abortion providers may prescribe abortion pills off-label, meaning outside of the FDA’s approved timeline. However, we advise against this due to an increased risk of complications.
2: Women sometimes see the fetus or embryo.
Because a medical abortion ends and expels an early pregnancy, some women might see the fetus or embryo they aborted. While this often isn’t talked about in official sources stating risks and side effects, many women can testify to this on sites such as Reddit or when sharing their own stories.
3: IUDs should be removed first for safety reasons.
If you become pregnant while having an intrauterine device (IUD) in place, it should be removed no matter what choice you’re considering for your health and safety. The Mayo Clinic shares that medical abortion isn’t an option for women with IUDs currently in place.
4: Insurance plans may not cover medical abortion.
Insurance plans can vary widely in whether they cover medical abortion or not. State laws can also affect whether or not they cover abortion.
Wyoming currently has laws in place restricting abortion through state-funded insurance plans like Wyoming Medicaid, except in certain cases.
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If you’re considering abortion, there’s so much more you need to know than these four facts. You will want to verify your pregnancy, receive an ultrasound scan, and learn about the side effects and risks.
Visit Heart to Heart today for a no-cost and confidential pregnancy appointment. We’re here to help as you navigate your next steps.
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Ultrasounds gather key pregnancy details to protect your health and reveal your choices. It will tell you your pregnancy’s age, viability, and location.
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