Frequently Asked Questions
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New North Carolina Laws
"Effective 26 October 2011, new laws regarding abortion services in the state go into effect. Click here for details and approval form"
The Law
"We recognize the right of the individual, married or single, to be free from unwarranted governmental intrusion into matters so fundamentally affecting a person as the decision whether to bear or beget a child. That right necessarily includes the right of a women to decide whether or not to terminate her pregnancy. "
U. S. Supreme Court Jan. 22, 1975
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Updated: October 26, 2011
Frequently Asked Questions
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- Is an abortion painful?
- What about sex after the abortion?
- Can I become pregnant after the abortion?
- Is abortion safe?
- When can I return to work or school?
- How do I decide between abortion by pill or surgical abortion?
- How long will the procedure take?
- What is the surgical abortion procedure?
- What is your VIP-Private service?
Is an abortion painful ?
- You may experience some mid discomfort and some pressure. You will be sedated during the procedure which will help you relax. You could possibly drift off to sleep.
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What about sex after the abortion ?
- It is recommended that you abstain from sex for 3 weeks after your abortion.
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Can I become pregnant right after the abortion?
- Absolutely yes. We recommend you begin contraception immediately. This will be discussed after your procedure.
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Is abortion safe?
- Abortion is one of the safest medical procedures performed in the country. Also, there should be no complications with future pregnancy.
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When can I return to work or school ?
- Usually you can resume normal activities the very next day. Strenuous lifting or exercise should be avoided for a few days after your procedure.
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How do I decide between abortion by pill or surgical abortion?
- First, abortion by pill must be done very early in the pregnancy. The procedure is a bit more involved than the surgical procedure requiring an additional visit to the clinic. The pill can only be used up to 8 weeks. The choice is yours. Both procedures are safe and the pill is 98 percent effective. Should you choose the pill and in the unlikely event it is not successful, the surgical procedure will be done at our clinic at no additional charge.
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How long will the procedure take?
- The actual surgical procedure only takes 3-5 minutes. You should expect to be at the clinic around 4 hours total.
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What is the surgical abortion procedure?
- We use a dilation/aspiration (suction) method. The cervical muscle controlling the opening of the uterus is gently dilated to a very small diameter about the size of the tip of a ballpoint pen. Suction is then used to remove the pregnancy. For pregnancies further along, more dilation is required and the use of sterile instruments may be used in addition to the suction.
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What is your VIP-Private Service?
- At times we have patients who desire an exclusively private procedure. We have private waiting rooms and private recovery rooms where your partner or family member may stay with you before and after your procedure. This allows your procedure to be completely confidential and apart from other patients. There is an additional charge for this service. Just ask when you call and our staff will provide the details.
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