If you’re facing an unplanned pregnancy at a difficult time, it’s tempting to think about ordering the abortion pill. But before ordering abortion drugs online, it’s essential to understand the medical risks and why in-person care matters for your safety.
At Willowbrook Women’s Center, you can get no-cost pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, and confidential support to help you make an informed decision about your next steps. Contact us today.
1. Online Drugs May Not Be Regulated or Safe
Many websites selling the abortion pill ship drugs from overseas or unverified sources. These drugs are not regulated by the FDA, meaning there’s no guarantee they contain the correct ingredients, proper dosages, or are safe to take.
The FDA warns against purchasing abortion drugs online for this reason.
2. You May Not Have Key Medical Information
Without an in-person evaluation and ultrasound, you won’t have crucial details about your pregnancy, including:
- How far along you are (the abortion pill is only FDA-approved through 10 weeks)
- Whether the pregnancy is in the uterus
- Whether you’ve already miscarried
An ultrasound is the only way to confirm these details. Taking abortion drugs without this information can lead to serious complications, especially in cases of ectopic pregnancy, which is a medical emergency.
3. There Is No Medical Oversight if Complications Occur
Vaginal bleeding and cramping are expected with a medical abortion, but some symptoms, such as excessive bleeding, fever, or severe pain, may indicate infection or incomplete abortion. Without medical supervision, it can be challenging to recognize when something is wrong or when to seek emergency care.
Delays in treatment can increase the risk of long-term health consequences.
4. Shipping Delays Can Increase Risk
Ordering online means you may receive the drugs later than expected. If your pregnancy is farther along than you think, using the abortion pill increases the chance of complications and may be less effective.
Protect Your Health Before Making a Decision
Your safety is paramount. Before choosing any pregnancy option, it’s essential to have accurate information about your health and pregnancy.
Willowbrook Women’s Center offers the following services to help you make an informed decision about your pregnancy:
- Lab-quality pregnancy testing
- Limited obstetric ultrasounds
- Abortion information
Best of all, our services are offered at no cost to you.
Schedule your appointment today to gain the clarity you need to make a confident and informed decision.
Willowbrook Women’s Center does not provide or refer for abortions.
