Can You Get Pregnant Again After an Abortion?

Abortion comes with risks that can lead to future infertility.

If you're facing an unplanned pregnancy and considering abortion, it's critical to learn about the risks to your future fertility to ensure you're making an informed decision.

This article highlights the fertility risks of abortion. However, if you're looking for free pregnancy resources and information about your options, contact Choices Options for Women today to schedule a free, confidential appointment.

One of the main risks of the abortion pill (also called a "medical abortion") is an incomplete abortion.

An incomplete abortion happens when parts of the terminated pregnancy remain in your uterus, leaving you at risk of an infection that, in rare cases, can cause uterine scarring that can lead to fertility issues.

Additionally, if you have an existing STD, such as chlamydia or gonorrhea, these can spread deeper into the reproductive system during an abortion. If left untreated, this can result in an infection known as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

This damage to your reproductive organs may cause future infertility.

One of the main risks of surgical abortion is developing scar tissue on the uterine wall (called Asherman's Syndrome), which can lead to future infertility or problems carrying to term.

There are treatment options available to remove scar tissue and return the uterus back to its original shape and size.

Before moving forward with an abortion procedure, come to our center for a free ultrasound, where you can get crucial details about your pregnancy.

This simple scan can help determine your pregnancy's gestational age, which can affect your eligibility for some procedures like the abortion pill. The abortion pill is only FDA-approved through 10 weeks gestational age, so knowing these details is crucial to understanding your options.

An ultrasound can also inform you whether the pregnancy is inside your uterus. If it is located outside your uterus, it is ectopic and requires immediate medical attention.

We can also help you confirm the viability so you know you can rule out a miscarriage.

At our center, you'll find a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can get the answers you need to make an informed decision.

Contact us today to make an appointment.