If you’ve taken the abortion pill and are still experiencing pregnancy symptoms, you may be confused.
It is important to know that it is possible to still experience symptoms of pregnancy after using the abortion pill.
However, there are some warning signs to be aware of that you may still be pregnant or suffering from an incomplete abortion.
Keep reading to learn about what to expect after taking the abortion pill, and contact Chester County Connect Care if you have concerns or questions.
Signs of Pregnancy After the Abortion Pill
After using the abortion pill, also known as medical abortion, many women will continue to experience symptoms of pregnancy for a period of time.
Progesterone and hCG (Human chorionic gonadotropin) are the two common hormones associated with pregnancy and can contribute to pregnancy symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and breast tenderness.
You may continue to experience symptoms of pregnancy after using the abortion pill because the hormones your body produced to sustain a pregnancy can linger in your body, sometimes for several weeks.
Timing of Pregnancy Symptoms
Continuing to experience symptoms of pregnancy can be expected 1-2 weeks after a medical abortion. In addition to symptoms like nausea, fatigue, and breast tenderness, you may also get a positive result using an at-home pregnancy test.
Continuing to experience the same level of symptoms and/or having a positive pregnancy test in the 3rd and 4th week after using the abortion pill could indicate it is necessary to see a medical provider.
The Risk of Incomplete Abortion
While pregnancy symptoms after a medical abortion are not uncommon, some symptoms can indicate you are dealing with a medical complication called an incomplete abortion.
An incomplete abortion occurs when pregnancy tissue remains in your uterus after an abortion.
The following are signs of an incomplete abortion:
- Soaking a pad every hour
- Passing large blood clots
- Lower abdominal or pelvic cramping (not improving with time)
- Foul-smelling vaginal discharge
- Rapid heart rate (more than 100 bpm)
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Low blood pressure
- Fever
An incomplete abortion is a serious medical complication that can put your health and safety at risk.
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, please contact your doctor immediately or visit a local emergency room.
We are Here to Help
If you are worried that you may still be pregnant after using the abortion pill, or are considering using the abortion pill but have questions or concerns, Chester County Connect Care is here for you.
We provide free, medical-grade pregnancy tests, as well as follow-up ultrasound scans, to provide you with the details you need concerning your pregnancy.
Our trained staff will take all the time you need to answer your questions and address your concerns.
Contact us today for your free and confidential appointment.