You don’t choose a car because it’s red. You learn as much as possible about the price, gas mileage, and features first. It’s the same with choosing to have an abortion. You need as much information about your pregnancy first.
The easiest and most accurate way to get the information you need is through having an ultrasound. At RealOptions, we offer a low to no-cost obstetrical ultrasound exam if your pregnancy test is positive. It’s just one step in our pre-abortion screening.
Having an abortion is a serious decision. Get all the necessary information beforehand. We’ll help you.
You May Not Be Pregnant
When your period is late, and the pregnancy test is positive, it seems weird to suggest you still might not be pregnant with a viable pregnancy, but it’s true. Experts estimate that as many as 26% of all pregnancies end in a miscarriage, and the majority of those are in the first trimester.
Physicians refer to one type of these pregnancies as chemical pregnancies. An example of this situation is your period is late, so you take a pregnancy test. Because it takes your body time to return to pre-pregnancy hormone levels, the test may be positive even though you are no longer pregnant. How do you know if this is happening to you?
The most accurate way to determine if your pregnancy is developing and you haven’t miscarried is with an ultrasound.
The Location of Your Pregnancy Could Be Life-Threatening
Although rare, when a pregnancy implants outside your uterus, it is a serious health concern. Only the uterus can safely hold a growing pregnancy. When it develops elsewhere, it is called an ectopic pregnancy.
Often, ectopic pregnancies develop in a fallopian tube, which leads to the uterus. If it continues to grow, it can cause the tube to burst.
Ultrasound allows the sonographer to determine the exact location of your pregnancy. If it is not located in your uterus, you will need to see your healthcare provider immediately to receive the required treatment to avoid serious complications.
The Number of Weeks of Pregnancy Determines Your Procedure
Abortion providers determine the procedure you qualify for based on the number of weeks and days you have been pregnant. States also determine their abortion laws based on the number of weeks of pregnancy.
For instance, in California, abortion is legal until viability and typically offered to 26 weeks of pregnancy. A viable pregnancy means the fetus can live outside the uterus, which is usually around 23 weeks, although some have survived at 21 weeks.
The FDA approves the use of the drugs for the abortion pill method through 10 weeks of pregnancy only. The further along you are, the less effective the drugs are.
Schedule a Pre-Abortion Screening at RealOptions
You deserve the Gold Standard of Care, and that begins with a pre-abortion screening at no cost. Our screenings consist of the following:
- Lab-grade pregnancy testing
- Limited obstetrical ultrasound exam
- STD testing and treatment (if needed)
- Pregnancy test verification
- A pregnancy options consultation
Don’t decide to have an abortion without first getting the facts. Although we do not perform or refer for abortion, we do provide the Gold Standard of Care with evidence-based medical facts about the various procedures, the side effects to expect, and the potential physical and emotional risks.
Take care of your health. What happens now can have a significant impact on you in the future. We have four convenient clinic locations to serve you. To schedule an appointment, simply fill out our online form or call the location nearest you.
You’re not alone in this. We’re here for you. Contact us today to learn about all the ways we’re here to support you.
400 30th St #401
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 891-9998
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San Jose, CA 95126
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San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 272-5577
33523 Western Ave.
Union City, CA 94857
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Disclaimer: We do not refer for or provide abortion services at our clinics. All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing. This website and blog does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Content from this website and blog is not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. The information provided on this website is intended for general understanding only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice.
