Patient's question:
I am pregnant and want to terminate the pregnancy. I am unsure whether to choose an abortion or medication abortion. It's difficult to make a decision at the moment, and I don't know what to do. I would like to ask the doctor to advise me on which option is better. Additionally, could you please provide a detailed explanation of the differences between an abortion and medication abortion?Doctor's answer:
Compared to surgical abortion, medication abortion does not involve any instruments entering the uterus. The likelihood of infection after medication abortion is relatively lower, and the risk of endometrial injury is also smaller. If medication abortion is incomplete, women may have to endure the pain of dilation and curettage, which can cause significant damage to the uterus and lead to various gynecological issues such as infections and fibroids. In severe cases, it may result in infertility. The side effects of medication abortion can be quite noticeable.