There are two main types of abortion: medical abortion and surgical abortion. Both have different risks:
Risks Of Medication Abortion
Here are some potential risks of medication abortion to think over before making a final decision, including:
- Incomplete abortion ( may need to be followed by surgical abortion)
- An ongoing unwanted pregnancy (if the procedure doesn’t work)
- Heavy and prolonged bleeding
- Digestive system discomfort
- Infection
- Fever
Risks Of Surgical Abortion
Here are the potential risks to consider when exploring the option of surgical abortion:
- Damage to the womb or cervix
- Uterine perforation
- Excessive bleeding
- Infection of the uterus or fallopian tubes
- Scarring of the inside of the uterus
- Reaction to the medicines or anesthesia, such as problems breathing
- Not removing all of the tissue, requiring another procedure