What is abortion?

Abortion is when a pregnancy is ended so that it doesn’t result in the birth of a child. Sometimes it is called ‘termination of pregnancy’.

There are two types of abortion treatment, ‘Medical’ and ‘Surgical’ abortion:

Some women feel that a medical abortion is a more natural process. There are two types of medical abortion

Involves taking medication to cause an early miscarriage (women experience cramping, pain and heavy bleeding).
No surgery or anaesthetic.

Involves taking medication to cause the womb to contract and push out the pregnancy.
2 visits to the clinic are needed.
Sometimes an overnight stay is needed on the 2nd visit – check when you book.

Surgical abortion involves a quick, minor operation. There are two types of surgical abortion:

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