If you’re facing an unexpected pregnancy, you may be thinking about a mail-order abortion as a quick or private option. But before making that decision, it’s essential to know the risks and limitations that come with ordering abortion drugs online. Your health and safety matter, and having accurate information is the first step toward making a confident choice.
We can provide even more information about the abortion pill, risks, and other options at our center, all at no charge. Contact us to schedule your appointment today.
1. Online Abortion Pills Are Not FDA-Approved
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns against purchasing abortion pills online. Many websites that ship them are unregulated or based outside the United States, so there’s no way to be sure what you’re getting.
The drugs could be the wrong dosage, expired, or not the correct drugs at all. Taking pills from an unreliable source also puts you at risk for incomplete abortion, infection, and serious side effects.
2. Not Everyone Is Eligible for Abortion Drugs
Certain health conditions and circumstances mean abortion drugs are not safe for everyone. These include being more than 11 weeks pregnant, having specific medical conditions such as bleeding disorders or liver disease, or taking certain medications.
Without a medical professional reviewing your health history, knowing if it’s safe for you can be difficult.
3. Skipping an Ultrasound Can Put Your Health at Risk
Before any abortion decision, an ultrasound is an important step. It shows how far along you are, whether the pregnancy is developing in the uterus, and if there are complications such as an ectopic pregnancy.
Without this information, taking abortion pills could delay the care you need. An ectopic pregnancy, for example, cannot be treated with abortion drugs and requires immediate medical attention.
Take the Next Step with Confidence
Making a decision about your pregnancy is significant, and you deserve accurate information and support. At Woman to Woman Health Center, we provide lab-grade pregnancy tests, ultrasound, and a medical screening at no charge so you can get the answers you need before making your next step. Our services are confidential, and our team is here to walk you through your options.
Schedule your appointment today to learn more because you’re worth it!.
Woman to Woman Health Center does not perform or refer for abortion services.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.