Why Does an Ultrasound Matter Before an Abortion?

Ultrasounds are an important step in pregnancy because they give you key information about what’s going on in your body, especially if you’re considering abortion.Like with any decision, having the right information helps you feel more prepared and confident about your next steps. An ultrasound can confirm how far along you are, where the pregnancy is located, and whether it’s developing normally.

At Parkridge Pregnancy Medical Clinic, we offer no-cost limited ultrasounds at our nurse’s discretion in a confidential, compassionate environment to provide you with the information you need to make a confident decision.

Request an initial pregnancy testing appointment today to get started, and keep reading to learn why an ultrasound is a crucial step before deciding. 

Learn Your Pregnancy’s Gestational Age

An ultrasound can tell you how far along you are in your pregnancy, which can affect what options are available to you. For example, the abortion pill is only FDA-approved through 10 weeks of pregnancy.

Confirm the Pregnancy’s Location

An ultrasound can show where the pregnancy is located. In a typical pregnancy, the embryo develops inside the uterus.  If the pregnancy is outside the uterus, it’s called an ectopic pregnancy. 

This is a serious condition that can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical care. An elective abortion will not treat an ectopic pregnancy.

Confirm your Pregnancy’s Progress

An ultrasound can also help determine whether the pregnancy is progressing. In addition to showing the pregnancy’s gestational age and location, it can confirm viability. 

Because about 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, knowing whether the pregnancy is viable can help you better understand your situation and determine your next steps.

Schedule a No-Cost Ultrasound

An ultrasound is a key health screening before scheduling an abortion because it affects what options are available to you. We will determine if you qualify at your initial appointment.

At Parkridge Pregnancy Medical Clinic, we have offered free and confidential services to pregnant women for over 30 years. We are here to walk alongside you and help you get the information you need. Contact us today!

Parkridge Pregnancy Medical Clinic does not provide or refer for abortions.

All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.