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If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you are facing a difficult decisions but YOU have choices and
YOU have rights.
You have the right to know all your options and any other information that might affect your decision, but if you don't ask you may forfeit that right.
If you are considering abortion here are some important issues you will want to discuss with your doctor before you sign anything or go through with any procedure.
1) Will it hurt?
2) What options and supportive services are available to me if I choose not to abort?
3) What is the fetus like right now? What can it do? What can it feel?
4) What are the chances that I will experience any of the following problems?
Retained Products of Conception
Damage to the Cervix
Hemorrhage
Infection
Perforation of the Uterus
Sterility
Complications of Future Pregnancies |
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Depression
Anniversary Syndrome
Sexual Dysfunction
Suicidal Thoughts
Interference with Personal Relationships |
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5) Will you treat me for complications?
6) If I need to be hospitalized, at which hospital do you have privileges?
If the doctor is unable or unwilling to answer these questions, or if you are not satisfied with the answers given you, do not go through the procedure at that facility. |
