Where Can I Get an Abortion?
- Medical abortions usually take place at home, but the abortion pill needs to be obtained from a provider.
- Surgical abortions take place in hospitals, doctor’s offices and various types of clinics, including specialised abortion clinics.
- Most surgical abortions are outpatient. Only 4% of abortions (induction abortions and complications) require an overnight stay.
- Surgical abortions must be performed by trained medical staff.
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Abortion Provider Near Me
Wondering where to go for an abortion? Since a licensed physician must prescribe or perform abortions in the UK, the abortion pill and surgical abortions are usually obtained at:
- Doctors’ offices
- Various kinds of clinics
- Specialised abortion clinics
- Hospitals
Abortion providers are usually found in major cities rather than rural areas.
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Abortion Pill Near Me
Wondering where to get abortion pills? In the UK, the abortion pill can only be obtained directly from an NHS hospital or licensed clinic. Many Northern Irish women travel to England to obtain the abortion pill.
⚠️ Note: In the UK, abortion pills cannot be dispensed by pharmacies.
Because pharmacies are prohibited by law from carrying the abortion pill, the prescribing physician either gives the drug directly to the patient or sends it by post.
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Where and when you take the medicine depends on the clinic’s policies. The first medication (mifepristone) is commonly taken at the doctor's office or abortion clinic. You are then sent home with a dose of misoprostol, which is to be taken at a later point in time.
During at-home abortions, the second medication will induce cramping, causing the foetus to be expelled over the course of several hours or days. After the abortion, a follow-up visit with your doctor is recommended to ascertain whether the abortion is complete.
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Surgical Abortion Near Me — Abortion Services
Surgical abortions take place in NHS hospitals and licensed abortion clinics. In Northern Ireland, some public hospitals offer surgical abortions; however, many women travel to England for their abortion.
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Outpatient vs. Overnight Stay
Outpatient Abortion:
96% of surgical abortions, such as vacuum aspiration, D&C and D&E, are outpatient. Outpatient means the woman will leave the clinic the same day the abortion is performed. After resting in the recovery room for about an hour, the woman is released home.
- If sedation was used, you may not drive for the remainder of the day. Arrange for a ride home. For more information, go to Abortion - Which Type of Anaesthesia?
- Plan on having someone stay with you for the first night. You may also need to arrange for some practical help and support for the following few days.
- A follow-up appointment after two to three weeks is recommended.
Overnight Abortion:
Only induction abortions, or medically complex situations, require an overnight stay.
Consult a doctor immediately when experiencing severe side effects. Abortion may result in emotional distress, necessitating professional help. This may include an overnight stay on a hospital ward.
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Where to Go from Here…
You are probably reading this because you are wondering where to get an abortion. While an internet search will provide you with the location of abortion providers in your area, you are likely looking for more than facts. Your situation is probably anything but easy, making you feel like your whole world is falling apart. The questions that are likely going through your mind would be, 'Where do I go from here? Should I have an abortion? How do I know what is right for me?'
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Disclaimer: The locations listed in this article are not guaranteed by Profemina. All information is subject to change due to constantly shifting abortion policies worldwide.