FAQ Regarding Surgical Abortions
Surgical Vacuum Aspiration Abortion
Surgical Vacuum Aspiration Abortion is a safe, comfortable and relatively simple proceedure.
- How Far Along In The Pregnancy Can I Be?
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First Trimester is through 13 weeks, 6 days. A pregnancy less than 5 weeks may increase the chance of failed abortion.
- How Long Does It Take?
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One 3 to 4 hour visit to the clinic. This includes your paperwork and forms, wake up, the sonogram and information session, the surgery and the recovery.
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The abortion procedure takes 5 to 8 minutes.
- How Painful Is It?
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Our goal is to make you as comfortable as possible. Most women report that the sedation worked well and they have little or no memory of the procedure.
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You will be given perscription medication in case you experience cramping or mild discomfort during your recovery.
- How Much Will I Bleed?
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Usually light to moderate bleeding which may continue up to your first period following the abortion. Many women say that the first period their abortion is a bit heavier than usual.
- How Much Does It Cost?
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Please call for prices.