Additional criteria may need to be met in order to ensure that this can be provided to you safely including things like secure access to Skype. Details of all providers are listed on our Queensland abortion providers page. Surgical abortion can be performed at public hospitals across the state, call us to find out if you have a local public provider.
This service is also provided through ten private clinics around Queensland, seven of these are in Brisbane and the Gold and Sunshine Coasts. Two are in Rockhampton and Townsville, with one clinic in Cairns. These prices are for Medicare Card holders only, as they include the Medicare rebate.
Prices for non-Medicare Card holders will be much higher - often around double the Medicare Card holder cost. Other concessions may be possible at some clinics for various circumstances. Contact us at Children by Choice for more information. Only one clinic at Southport offers procedures at weeks gestation. How much will an abortion cost? How will I feel after an abortion? Please use a black ink pen only. Adobe Acrobat Reader Required.
Medical History Form. Demographics Information Form. Frequently Asked Questions. Schedule an Appointment Online Now. If you have current Illinois Medicaid coverage:. If you do not currently have Illinois Medicaid coverage:. Mifepristone blocks the effects of the hormone progesterone. This stops the placenta 's growth and softens the cervix.
Misoprostol is then used to trigger uterine cramping to clear the uterus of all tissue. This hormone softens and opens dilates the cervix and triggers uterine cramping to clear the uterus of all tissue. Misoprostol used alone may end a pregnancy. But it works much better in first-trimester abortions when it's used with other medicines, such as methotrexate. Methotrexate and misoprostol. Methotrexate interferes with the placenta's growth.
Misoprostol is then used to triggers uterine cramping to clear the uterus of all tissue. Choices: Surgical Abortion A surgical abortion ends a pregnancy by surgically removing the contents of the uterus. Surgical methods in the first trimester 5 to 12 weeks Manual vacuum aspiration MVA or machine vacuum aspiration uses suction through a small tube to empty the uterus of all tissue.
Non-surgical method in the second trimester Induction abortion ends a second-trimester pregnancy by using medicines to start induce contractions, which expel push the fetus from the uterus. If the fetus has severe medical problems, a woman may choose to have an induction abortion. What to Think About Your abortion options are affected by your medical history, how many weeks pregnant you are, and what options are available in your region. It draws tissue out of the uterus.
Machine vacuum aspiration uses a tube attached to an electric pump. It draws tissue from within the uterus. Can only be used during early pregnancy up to about 10 weeks Can be used from early to mid-pregnancy: Manual vacuum aspiration MVA can be used as early as 5 weeks, and as late as 12 weeks after the last menstrual period. Machine vacuum aspiration can be used around 5 to 12 weeks after the last menstrual period.
Takes 2 or more medical visits over 7 to 14 days Usually takes 1 visit May take several days to complete most of the abortion process happens gradually, at home Is complete in the time it takes for the procedure Does not require anesthesia or sedative Does not require general anesthesia though it can be used.
Abortion and breast cancer Research suggests that the hormonal changes during pregnancy may be protective and reduce the risk of breast cancer. Before, During, and After an Abortion: When to Call a Doctor If you think you may be pregnant, see a doctor for a pregnancy test, examination, and pregnancy counselling as soon as possible.
Who to see Surgical abortions are minor surgeries that require a health professional with specialized training. The following health professionals can perform abortions: Family doctor who has special training Gynecologist Some health professionals offer medical abortion only and recommend another health professional if a vacuum aspiration becomes necessary. Normal symptoms that most women experience include: Irregular bleeding or spotting for as long as the first 3 weeks.
Cramping for the first 2 weeks. Some women have cramping like menstrual cramps for as long as 6 weeks. Emotional reactions for 2 to 3 weeks. Signs of complications Less than 1 out of women who have an abortion have serious problems afterward. Both medical and surgical abortions usually cause bleeding that is different from a normal menstrual period. Severe bleeding can mean: Passing clots that are bigger than a golf ball, lasting 2 or more hours.
Soaking more than 2 large pads in an hour, for 2 hours in a row. Bleeding heavily for 12 hours in a row. Signs of infection in your whole body, such as headache, muscle aches, dizziness, or a general feeling of illness.
Severe infection is possible without fever. Hormonal changes after a pregnancy can cause depression that requires treatment. Your ability to become pregnant in the future Medical abortion and vacuum aspiration do not affect your ability to become pregnant in the future.
Ask your doctor when it's okay to have sexual intercourse. To prevent infection and pregnancy, it is important to use condoms as directed by your doctor when you start to have intercourse again. This is a good time to also start a highly effective birth control method that fits your lifestyle. For more information, see the topic Birth Control. References Citations Costescu D, et al. Medical abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada , 38 4 : — DOI: Accessed May 22, Holmquist S, Gilliam M Induced abortion.
In RS Gibbs et al. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. Breast cancer and abortion. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada , v27 5 : Canadian Institute for Health Information Top of the page Next Section: Examinations and Tests.
Previous Section: References Top of the page. Costescu D, et al. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada , 38 4 : Usually prevents a need for surgical treatment. Can only be used during early pregnancy up to about 10 weeks. Can be used from early to mid-pregnancy: Manual vacuum aspiration MVA can be used as early as 5 weeks, and as late as 12 weeks after the last menstrual period. Takes 2 or more medical visits over 7 to 14 days. May take several days to complete most of the abortion process happens gradually, at home.
Is complete in the time it takes for the procedure. Does not require anesthesia or sedative. Causes moderate to heavy bleeding for a short time. Causes light bleeding in most cases. Needs medical follow-up to make sure pregnancy has ended and to check the woman's health. Does not always need medical follow-up. In extremely rare cases, leads to death less than 1 out of ,
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