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If you’re considering the abortion pill, it’s critical to confirm your pregnancy first through ultrasound. This simple scan will give the essential information you should know to determine if you’re eligible for abortion drugs.

This article will highlight the top reasons you need to confirm your pregnancy before taking the abortion pill. Are you looking to talk to someone in person about your pregnancy options? Contact Dove Medical today to schedule your free, confidential decision-coaching appointment.

1. If You’re Not Pregnant, You Don’t Need to Think About  Pregnancy Options

Did you know that 26% of pregnancies end in miscarriage? And oftentimes, you won’t experience immediate signs of a miscarriage. This means that you may have miscarried since receiving a positive result on your pregnancy test.

This is why getting an ultrasound is critical before seeking the abortion pill. Ultrasound will look for signs of life, like a heartbeat, to determine if you’re still actively pregnant. If the ultrasound determines that you’ve miscarried, you will need medical follow-up to prevent complications.

2. If You’re Still Pregnant, You Will Need to Know the Details to Determine Your Eligibility

If ultrasound determines that you’re still pregnant, you will need to know your pregnancy details to find out if you’re eligible to take the abortion pill.

According to the FDA, the abortion pill isn’t an option if you’re experiencing an ectopic pregnancy or if your pregnancy is further than 10 weeks gestation. An ultrasound will tell you where your pregnancy is located and how far along you are—and if you’re experiencing an ectopic pregnancy, you will need immediate medical intervention to prevent life-threatening complications.

We’re Here for You

Confirming your pregnancy through ultrasound is critical to protecting your health before seeking the abortion pill. This is why we offer free, limited ultrasounds. Take advantage of this free, confidential appointment before seeking the abortion pill.

We understand that facing an unplanned pregnancy can feel isolating—but you’re not alone in this. At Dove Medical, we’re here for you.

This blog is for education and information purposes only and does not substitute the advice of a Healthcare Professional.

Dove Medical offers pregnancy diagnosis, decision coaching, and accurate information about all pregnancy options; however, we do not refer for or perform abortion services, including the abortion pill.

*All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.