Ectopic pregnancy is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate treatment to ensure a woman’s safety. An embryo typically implants in the wall of the uterus. The uterus is designed to expand as the pregnancy develops. However, in some cases, an embryo implants outside of the uterus. This most commonly occurs in the fallopian tubes (between … Continued
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What Is Ectopic Pregnancy?
How Will Abortion Affect Me Physically?
Beginning in 1973, abortion became legal across the United States. During that time, abortion providers have used various drugs, vacuums, sharp scraping instruments, and even forceps to aid in terminating a pregnancy. As a result, heavy bleeding, infection, fever, and incomplete abortion are all potential risks of the procedures. Abortion In Texas Since the overturn … Continued
How Will Abortion Affect Me Mentally?
While everyone is different, some women experience difficult emotions and mental health challenges after an abortion. Gathering more information, exploring all your possibilities, and processing your questions can help you make a clear decision about the next step in your journey. Is There a Connection Between Abortion and Mental Health? There are many different opinions … Continued
How Accurate Are STD Tests?
With so many different types of viral, bacterial, and parasital (from parasites) STDs/STIs, it can cause one to wonder just how accurate STD tests are. Typically these tests are very accurate. The difference may lie in if the test was administered at home versus with a local health professional or clinic. False Positives While false … Continued
Three Reasons to Take Advantage of Free STI Testing
If you are sexually active, you should be tested yearly for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). If you have multiple partners, you should test more often, about every 3-6 months. Testing should be done whether you have symptoms or not. Reasons for testing include: STIs don’t always have symptoms Untreated STIs can cause severe and long-term … Continued
How an Adoption Plan Can Prevent Depression Caused by Abortion
If considering adoption versus an abortion, some benefits should be considered and perhaps even discussed further with your local pregnancy center. Below are the benefits of adoption and how they can affect you. First, What Is Depression? The American Psychiatric Association defines depression as “a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you … Continued
What Is A Medical Abortion?
Medical abortion, also known as the abortion pill, is typically an elective medication regimen women undergo to end a viable pregnancy located in the uterus. Before undergoing this procedure, women should speak with a trusted provider or a pregnancy center about the risks, give a complete health history and receive a physical to help safeguard … Continued
How Can I Recover Emotionally After An Abortion?
Many women can experience emotional trauma after having undergone an elective abortion. They may experience various negative emotions that are difficult to live with. If you are experiencing this, you are not alone; there is help. Identifying symptoms of mental health trauma is essential on the road to recovery. How Can I Recognize Emotional Trauma? … Continued
What Are the Different Types of Abortion?
There are two types of abortions: Medical Surgical One is chosen depending on various factors, including how far along a pregnancy is, which is confirmed during an appointment and ultrasound. What Is a Medical Abortion? A medical abortion is the termination of pregnancy through a medication regimen. This medication is sometimes referred to as the … Continued
What Are the Mental Health Effects of an Abortion?
Women’s mental health effects after having an abortion can vary for each individual. This process can be tolling mentally and emotionally, causing women to face sadness, guilt, and stress. Understanding these risks and speaking with a trusted provider or clinic can prove helpful before or after undergoing an abortion procedure. What Is Mental Health? Mental … Continued