First Trimester Abortion Near Altoona, PA
Allegheny Reproductive Clinic serving Altoona, PA provides two methods of first trimester abortion: an abortion pill and surgical abortion. For a first trimester abortion, a woman is eligible for an abortion pill as long as they are 12 weeks or less pregnant. If you are looking for a first trimester abortion and are past eleven weeks you are required to get a surgical abortion.
For a first trimester abortion, eleven weeks and less, a woman can choose either an abortion pill or a surgical abortion for a first trimester abortion. If an abortion pill is the ideal method of first trimester abortion, an abortion pill is a combination of two different medicines, Mifepristone and Misoprostol. Each of the two medications of the abortion pill has a different reasoning for a first trimester abortion.
Why should someone choose an abortion pill for their first trimester abortion? The abortion pill has a 95% – 98% effective rate up to 9 weeks and 91% – 93% effective between 9-12 weeks for a first trimester abortion. The abortion pill requires no shots, anesthesia, or instruments are used, unless there is a complication with the first trimester abortion. The abortion pill offers more privacy by having the first trimester abortion at home. Also, by using the abortion pill some people may feel like the process is a more natural way to have a first trimester abortion.
Why would someone choose a surgical abortion for their first trimester abortion? A surgical abortion is a safe and effective first trimester abortion between 5-14 weeks pregnant. A first trimester abortion typically takes 10-30 minutes. After a surgical, first trimester abortion, you will rest for 30-90 minutes with our staff. Our staff will provide ibuprofen for any remaining discomfort and will also provide food and drink while monitoring your vitals after the first trimester abortion procedure. Our staff will also provide you post-procedure instructions, to prevent any future discomfort from the surgical, first trimester abortion procedure.
