Sorry for this being a rather negative question. How long does the process of abortion usually take, I mean from a consultation to the actual thing. x
2007-01-15 04:05:06 · 12 answers · asked by classic_babydoll 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
sorry, this is just a hypothetical question incase it does turn out that my period is late for a reason. I appreciate any anwers x
2007-01-15 04:16:56 · update #1
You will need to see two doctors for this and most places offer compulsory counselling as well. This is a very important decision that will affect the rest of your life, so you need to be absolutely sure how you feel about everything before you go ahead. The process from seeking help to the actual abortion shouldn't be more than a couple of weeks on the NHS. Probably a bit quicker privately. The length of the actual procedure will depend on the type of abortion you have. I'm assuming that the answerers who say the operation is quick have experience in this.
I know for a fact that if you have a chemical abortion (taking medications that induce a miscarriage) can take up to two days. This is something that can be doe in early pregnancy. You have the first drugs on one day ad then go into hospital the next to finish the process and expell the contents of the uterus. It can be a bit like having a HORRIBLE period. On the upside, you get to spend a long time with the nurses who are generally well trained in dealing with the emotive issues of abortion, and staying awake throughout the process helps you maintain a notion of control, rather than someone else taking it away, if you know what I mean...
Thats all I know though.
Good luck, I hope it doesn't come to this, as abortion isn't something to take lightly x
2007-01-15 08:53:00 · answer #1 · answered by Auroraini 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I had to get mine because of Medical Risks. It took the Doctor at the Clinic i went to, about 15 minutes for the operation. I was under a Local so I don't remember much else. But the Consultation took about 30 to 45 minutes before. Then the Doctor talks to you for about 10 minutes after you are in the recovery room. So I guess the whole process from beginning to end takes about 2 hours. Hope I helped you.
2007-01-15 16:59:17 · answer #2 · answered by ♥skiperdee1979♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the whole process should not take more than a couple of weeks start to finish. Having a bit of time like that is often a good thing as it lets you think long enough to make the right choice for you. There are a lot of people who are very opinionated on this subject and you must always remember it is your choice your decision and the rest of your life to live with it so give it time to decide. Abortion is a very emotive subject so be careful who you tell what to. Keep things to only people you are very close to and can totally trust. Remember, rapists dont get as long as mothers! Being a mum is for life not just for Christmas
2007-01-15 15:37:55 · answer #3 · answered by geebee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The process itself takes 5-10 minutes, but the consultation and exam takes about 3-4 hours. It's everything before the procedure that takes a while.
Also, keep in mind, this was at a Planned Parenthood clinic, where they herd all the women around like cattle, not a private doctor's office.
2007-01-15 12:51:20 · answer #4 · answered by stockingsnholdups 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It usually takes 24 hours from consultation to the process. As required by law.
2007-01-15 23:12:12 · answer #5 · answered by ashley 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on many factors. You're weight, your age, how long you've been pregnant already.. I'm completely against abortion unless it's to save the mother's living life.. But, in this hypothetical situation, it's your choice, your body, your child. I guess just try not to get pregnant so you won't have to worry about this in the future... Good luck though, I hope the pregnancy test turns out negative so you won't have to go through abortion, which can really affect you emotionally...Good luck, dear.
2007-01-15 12:23:39 · answer #6 · answered by Kiara 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you go private - very quickly - about a week or less. You do need to see two doctors under UK law, and be absolutely sure you consent. If you are in the UK see www.mariestopes.org.uk
if you have a local anaesthetic you can be back to normal within hours - just take it easy as you do get bad period like cramps afterwards.
2007-01-15 12:10:18 · answer #7 · answered by Miss Behavin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the operation takes about 10 mins maybe more.
i am not sure about the consultation
are you sure you want to do this?
the reason is i am asking is, because no one asked me when i thought i was in that situation x
2007-01-15 12:11:03 · answer #8 · answered by XxXxPinkPrincessxXxX 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it really depends on a lot of things. it depends on how far along you are, where you go, and how busy they are that day. i would say that they entire process will take at least a few hours.
2007-01-15 12:18:49 · answer #9 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on NHS or private. Go private if you possibly can
2007-01-15 12:10:53 · answer #10 · answered by OriginalBubble 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋