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Options Magazine » Abortion ArticlesI Couldn't Believe That I Was PregnantTrue Stories of Abortion The Story of Bobbie . . . read more I Felt Like I Had No Other Choice True Stories of Abortion Ashley’s Choice . . . read more Understanding Abortion Risks An abortion may be safer today than it was 50 years ago, but it still can cause possible short- or long-term health trouble. The risks become higher the further along you are in your pregnancy or if you have such health problems as anemia, a sexually transmitted disease or drug addiction. Death, although extremely rare, can occur. And the nature of abortion itself can lead to such psychological problems as lingering sadness, guilt and depression. Here’s what you need to know before making an informed decision. . . . read more Caught in the Middle Understanding the Emotionally Charged Issues Surrounding Abortion Rights of the unborn. Women’s reproductive rights. Religious beliefs. Morality. These and many other issues burn at the heart of the abortion debate. It all comes down to one question: Is abortion an acceptable alternative for an unplanned pregnancy? It’s up to you to answer. . . . read more Understanding Your Rights Legal Restrictions on Having an Abortion There are plenty of things a woman should be informed of when she is deciding whether to get an abortion. You’ve got a lot on your mind, and one thing you may not be thinking of are the legal aspects of abortion. . . . read more Mind and Body Physical and Emotional Changes You Can Expect With An Abortion . . . read more What About Abortion? Informed Choices Counseling can help you decide whether abortion is right for you. . . . read more Abortion Methods The first step to making an informed decision concerning the outcome of your pregnancy is to make sure you are pregnant. See a health care provider for a pregnancy test, a physical examination, and possibly an ultrasound procedure to accurately determine how far along you are. The stage of pregnancy will affect pregnancy decisions. If you decide on abortion, the stage of pregnancy will affect the method your doctor uses to terminate your pregnancy. . . . read more Abortion Risks Bacterial infection is an uncommon complication of abortion. Rates are low: less than 1% in vacuum aspiration abortion, but may be slightly higher for later abortion procedures. Bacteria from the vagina can enter the dilated cervix and from there, go upward into the uterus and fallopian tubes. . . . read more |
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