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A member asked:
Subsequent to an abortion it could increase chances of having a child with developmental problems, or is that anti-choice scare tactic?
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Having an abortion: should not cause you to have a subsequent pregnancy with a child who has developmental problems.
Answered 6/21/2014
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Nope: There is no increased risk of developmental problems in a child subsequent to an abortion.
Answered 8/13/2014
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