Consultation
An abortion consultation is a necessary procedure before the actual procedure of abortion. It involves a number of procedures such as a physical examination, a blood test to find out blood group and check for anaemia. A review of medical history is also conducted in order to establish physical fitness and general woman’s health.
The quality of the consultation depends on the attitude of the doctor or counselor. Some of them may be judgmental, but many are understanding and sympathetic.
Useful Information
You should get to know about how the procedure of abortion will be performed including details. Ask your doctor about the type of anesthesia and possible risk, the length of stay, when your period is expected to return, and follow up appointments. You should get the information how to recognize possible complications and what you should do in case of their occurring.
Screening for Chlamydia
Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the world. More infected women even don’t know that they are carrying it. If this infection spreads from the vagina into the uterus, fallopian tubes or ovaries it can cause a pelvic inflammatory disease, which may lead to infertility in the future. On the early stage of this disease treatment is simple: a course of antibiotics. On more progressed stage an operation is needed. If Chlamydia is present, it can be spread by the procedure of abortion. That is why it is recommended to test for it before an abortion. This is a reasonable precaution to prevent serious infection.
Rhesus Immunization
If woman have Rhesus negative and a blood type of the fetus is Rhesus positive, a high risk of blood antibodies at the time of an abortion. These antibodies may damage future pregnancies. That is why you should be certain that you know your blood group before the operation. If you have rhesus negative you should be given an injection of anti D gamma globulin before you leave the clinic. This injection will prevent the formation of antibodies.
Contraceptive Advice
It is possible to conceive again very soon after an abortion. It is not good for weak woman’s health. That is why a woman should be offered contraceptive advice before the procedure of abortion. There are several methods of contraceptive, may choose the most appropriate for you.
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