Discovering an unexpected pregnancy can be stressful, and you might want a quick solution to relieve this anxiety. However, it’s crucial to pause, carefully explore your options, and prioritize your health. 

An online or at-home abortion carries additional risks for the procedure and is not recommended by the FDA. We’ll discuss some important factors to consider before pursuing an online or at-home abortion.

Risks of Ordering Online

The FDA does not advise buying abortion drugs online because they are not approved, putting your health and safety at risk. 

This means there is no guarantee of their safety, effectiveness, or origin. You won’t know where they come from, if they’re the correct drugs, or if they’re the correct dosage.

Ordering online also means you are skipping critical health screenings that are necessary for what is a very serious medical procedure. There are a variety of circumstances where abortion is not an option for you and could cause further health complications.

The Importance of Ultrasound

Before you consider an abortion, it’s essential to get an ultrasound. This will unlock key details about your pregnancy you’ll want to know to protect your health.

First, an ultrasound will date your pregnancy or how far along you are. This is crucial information to help you better understand your health and the status of your pregnancy. The abortion drugs are only FDA-approved through ten weeks.

Additionally, an ultrasound will check the location of your pregnancy, which also checks for a rare condition called an ectopic pregnancy. This is when the embryo implants outside the uterus, which is potentially life-threatening, and an abortion would not be the proper medical treatment.

Lastly, an ultrasound will check the viability of your pregnancy, meaning if it’s progressing. A pregnancy test alone can not check for the possibility of a miscarriage, which is estimated to happen in as many as 26% of all pregnancies. 

Protect Your Health

APRCC offers free pregnancy services, such as pregnancy testing, limited obstetric ultrasounds, STI testing, and more. You can prioritize your health by visiting us for a confidential appointment.

You are not alone. Reach out to us today to make a free appointment. 

*All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.