Ordering the abortion pill online may seem convenient. However, forgoing proper medical oversight and not confirming the quality of the drug can be dangerous for your health.
Without a thorough, in-person medical evaluation, the woman may not be aware of her risk factors and may not know what signs of complications to report.
Along with the importance of medical oversight, many sites selling abortion pills are not regulated, which makes it difficult to ensure that the quality and dosage of the drugs are safe.
The Danger of the Online Abortion Pill
According to the FDA, the abortion pill has been falsely advertised and inappropriately distributed online.
In order to protect your health, it is important to be confident the abortion pill is coming from a reputable source.
Because the quality and dosage of the abortion pills from online sources cannot be guaranteed, ordering the abortion pill online could jeopardize your future health.
Not All Women Are Eligible for the Abortion Pill
Before having an abortion, discussing your health history with a medical provider is essential to protecting your health.
Pre-existing conditions that may disqualify you for an abortion include but are not limited to:
- Having an intrauterine device (IUD)
- Taking a blood thinner or certain steroid medications
- Having an allergy to the medications used during a medical abortion
- Having certain medical issues such as bleeding disorders, heart or blood vessel diseases, severe lung, liver, or kidney disease, or an uncontrolled seizure disorder
Important Pregnancy Information
Before taking the abortion pill, having an ultrasound scan to determine the age of your pregnancy is vital for your safety.
According to the FDA, the abortion pill should not be taken after 10 weeks of pregnancy, and doing so could result in an incomplete abortion, often requiring a follow-up surgical abortion.
Although women commonly use their last menstrual cycle to determine the gestational age of the pregnancy, this method can be inaccurate.
Forgoing an ultrasound when having an at-home abortion can be dangerous. If the gestational age of your pregnancy is misjudged, you could increase your risk for negative health effects.
Pre-Abortion Consultation
If you’re unsure how to proceed, make an appointment at Wellspring Pregnancy + Health Center.
The first step is to confirm your pregnancy with a lab-quality pregnancy test. If positive, our medical staff will perform an ultrasound scan to learn more about your pregnancy.
After a better understanding of the details of your pregnancy, our medical experts can answer your questions and discuss your options.
Prioritize your health and safety by contacting us today for a free and confidential appointment.
