Our staff will discuss these issues before and after your procedure. We will also give you written information to take home with you. Please call us with questions anytime!
Most patients are able to return to work or school the next day. We will provide an “excused absence” slip if needed.
We advise that you do not have sex for 2 weeks following your procedure. During this 2 week period, you should not use tampons either. Basically, we advise that you put NOTHING in the vagina for 2 weeks.
Depending on your contraception plan, it can be 3-8 weeks before your next period.
Having a safe (legal), uncomplicated abortion will not affect getting pregnant or staying pregnant in the future.
There is no increased risk of any type of cancer related to having an abortion.