Patient's question:
Currently still in university, an intimate encounter with my boyfriend led to an unexpected pregnancy. I want to go to the hospital for an abortion but don't know how long after getting pregnant one can have an abortion?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if you are pregnant for only forty days, you need to have a thorough examination to confirm an intrauterine pregnancy before undergoing an induced abortion. If the gestational sac is not visible on ultrasound or is too small, you will need to wait a few more days before the procedure can be performed. The optimal time for an induced abortion is around 45-70 days after the last menstrual period. There is also the option of medication abortion, which is most effective within 39-49 days after the last menstrual period. If the pregnancy exceeds 70 days, induction abortion should be chosen to terminate the pregnancy. The success rate of medication abortion is approximately 85%. Women who choose to terminate pregnancy need to undergo comprehensive medical examinations at the hospital and then select the most suitable method for themselves to terminate the pregnancy.