Abortion is a serious medical decision that should never be taken lightly, especially when attempted at home without medical oversight. Ordering abortion drugs online may seem convenient, but it carries real risks to your health and safety. In fact, the FDA strongly advises against purchasing these drugs online due to the potential dangers involved.
Here’s why visiting a clinic for in-person care and pregnancy confirmation is essential before making any decisions.
No Health Screenings or Medical Oversight
An online abortion typically involves taking two powerful drugs (mifepristone and misoprostol) without ever being seen by a healthcare provider. This bypasses critical medical screenings that protect your health.
There are situations where the abortion pill could be dangerous. For example, if you have an IUD in place, are further along in your pregnancy than expected, or have underlying health conditions, taking these drugs could result in serious complications. Without an in-person evaluation, these risks may go undetected.
Before considering an abortion, it’s essential to have a pregnancy confirmation appointment to verify how far along you are, assess your health, and discuss your circumstances with a medical professional in a safe setting.
Unregulated Drugs from Unknown Sources
Online abortion drugs are often sourced from other countries or unregulated distributors. Without a prescription and proper medical supervision, there’s no way to confirm the quality, dosage, or even the contents of what you’re receiving.
Taking drugs without knowing if they’re authentic or appropriate for your body puts you at risk of complications like incomplete abortion, severe bleeding, or infection. Protecting your health means confirming the drugs you receive are what they claim to be.
Why an Ultrasound Matters
An ultrasound is a key part of understanding your pregnancy and options. It can confirm whether your pregnancy is located in the uterus, ruling out ectopic pregnancy, which can be life-threatening. It also determines how far along you are and whether the pregnancy is viable or if you may be experiencing a miscarriage.
This information cannot be gathered from a pregnancy test alone. That’s why an ultrasound is a critical part of a pregnancy confirmation appointment and should never be skipped.
Your Health Comes First
Before making a decision about abortion, take time to get the facts about your pregnancy and the medical risks involved in each option. Empower yourself with education so you can make a confident, well-informed choice.
At the Pregnancy Help Center, we offer free and confidential pregnancy confirmation appointments, including ultrasounds, for qualified clients. We’re here to support you with care, compassion, and the education you need to make the best decision for your health. We offer a number of pregnancy services.
Contact us to schedule your free, confidential appointment today.
The Pregnancy Help Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on evidence-based accurate information at the time of writing
