According to the National Library of Medicine, signs and symptoms of an incomplete abortion occurring can be:
- Heavy Bleeding
- Abdominal cramping
- Fever
- Low blood pressure
Women deserve to have all the facts on abortion risks, including an incomplete abortion. If you are contemplating abortion, speak with a trusted professional first and receive the clarity you need to make an informed decision that’s right for you.
What Exactly Is an Incomplete Abortion?
An incomplete abortion occurs when pregnancy tissue is left behind after a medical or surgical abortion procedure.
If this occurs, it can become life-threatening and needs to be treated with the utmost importance and haste. Understanding when to contact your physician or emergency services can be lifesaving. Women considering an abortion should discuss this complication with their physician or a local pregnancy center before an abortion procedure.
When Should I Seek Emergency Treatment?
You should seek emergency treatment when a sign or symptom of a complication manifests. Manifestations can be:
- Soaking through a pad every hour and vaginally passing several blood clots
- Abdominal or pelvic pain
- Cramping, similar to labor pains
- Low blood pressure (hypotension)
- Feeling faint or light-headed
- Increased pulse rate over 100 beats per minute during periods of rest
If you believe you may be experiencing an incomplete abortion, do not wait. Reach out to medical services immediately; these complications necessitate professional medical intervention and cannot be treated at home.
Who Can I Speak With For More Information?
Contact us today if you have questions about abortion risks and all your available options.
We also offer free, confidential appointments, with no-cost services such as reliable pregnancy testing and limited ultrasound.
We’re here to help you find answers and assist you in finding your next step. We look forward to serving you.