An ultrasound is vital to understanding your pregnancy and safeguarding your health. It’s important to not skip this part of the confirmation process.
Three reasons you will want an ultrasound before abortion are to know how far along you are, determine viability, and confirm the location of your pregnancy. At Avenues Clinic, we’re here to give you the facts so you can take your next steps with clarity.
1. Know How Far Along You Are
Also known as gestational age, an ultrasound scan will indicate how long you have been pregnant. A positive pregnancy test does not give you all the necessary answers to know what’s next and what pregnancy options you’re eligible for.
2. Determine the Viability of Your Pregnancy
To move forward with any pregnancy option, you will need to determine your pregnancy’s viability (whether your pregnancy has a heartbeat and is progressing). About 10% to 20% of known pregnancies end in a natural miscarriage.
Confirm if you have a healthy pregnancy or if you need to seek other medical attention. An ultrasound can alert you to possible complications.
3. Confirm the Location of Your Pregnancy
Lastly, confirm the location of your pregnancy (whether your pregnancy is growing within your uterus or not). Some women experience a pregnancy complication called ectopic pregnancy,
With a healthy and normal pregnancy, the fertilized egg attaches to the lining of the uterus. With an ectopic pregnancy, a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the main cavity of the uterus.
Ectopic pregnancy requires immediate medical attention and disqualifies you for abortion, as other medical treatment is needed to prevent further complications.
Receive A Complimentary Ultrasound
At Avenues Clinic, we offer complimentary limited ultrasound scans for your health and safety. We recommend that you receive both pregnancy testing and an ultrasound before you make a final pregnancy decision.
Once a pregnancy test and ultrasound confirm your pregnancy, we can discuss your options. We offer answers, compassion, and a listening ear.
Schedule a complimentary appointment today. You do not have to face this alone.