Question 1

surgical abortion is safe?

Accepted Answer

When done properly: Yes it is but any type of procedure can have complications.

Question 2

is abortion pill worse or surgical abortion?

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Surgery: Surgery has a lot of risks, no matter what the procedure or the reason.  Although pills also carry their risks as well, many would argue that surgery carries more risks and possible known complications with it than pills.  Hope that generally answers your question.

Question 3

could getting a surgical abortion hurt a lot?

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Depends: Everyone has a different pain tolerance. Earlier abortion (first trimester) is less painful than later abortion. If you have had vaginal deliveries it probably will hurt less. If you use narcotics or other drugs, it will probably hurt more. Talk to your doc. Anesthesia is probably available if you're in new york.

Question 4

will i gain weight after a surgical abortion?

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Only if...: Only if a woman eats and drinks more calories than she uses up each day, will she gain weight. If she uses up more calories than she takes in each day, she will lose weight. This is true, regardless of whether or not she has an abortion.

Question 5

how long before you can have a surgical abortion?

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7 weeks: Surgical methods are usually employed between  gestational ages of 7-14 weeks. Non-surgical methods are employed at a gestational age out of this range.

Question 6

how do a medical abortion & surgical abortion differ?

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Different risks: Medical abortion uses medications to end pregnancy and causes the uterus to shed its lining. Surgical abortion is done by suction to clear the uterus.  A detailed list comparing the two can be found at this link:  http://www.Ucsfhealth.Org/education/medical_versus_surgical_abortion/.

Question 7

how long till i can workout after a surgical abortion?

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Discharge Papers: You should have received discharge instructions after the procedure.  I would imagine if you are not having any trouble with bleeding, you could resume your workouts after 3-4 days recovery. If you have any specific, vigorous workouts that you do, call your surgeon.  You would probably want to avoid water sports/or activities where there might be pressurized water entering the vagina.

Question 8

how to deal with symptoms of inf after a surgical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Serious condition: This needs to be treated under close care of your doctor".

Question 9

how is a medical abortion different from a surgical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Pills vs. D&C.: Medical termination of pregnancy utilizes pills to induce uterine evacuation over time with contractions. Surgical abortion is a D&C procedure where the physician dilates the cervix and clears the uterus of all products of conception during a half-hour long surgery.

Question 10

what are the benefits of a medical abortion vs a surgical abortion?

Accepted Answer

Avoids a procedure: Medical abortion may be chosen by a woman who would prefer not to have a surgical procedure, although a small percentage of medical abortion patients may still need a surgery (d&c).

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