Also, can i drive home afterwards? How long does it take? How much is it?
2007-03-27 03:05:38 · 23 answers · asked by marik 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Not sure what it feels like. I suggest this site: http://www.imnotsorry.net to get some first-hand experiences, and what you may feel, during and after.
I'd recommend taking someone along with you to drive you back. You may not physically be up to it, and they may give you some form of sedating medicines.
Cost depends on the facility. Call them up and ask. Most are very willing to help with any questions you may have.
Good luck!
2007-03-27 03:24:28 · answer #1 · answered by Morning Glory 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I've never had an abortion myself, but I know people who have had one and it varies. I have heard the biggest complaint as the cramps you have afterwards. They feel like menstrual cramps on your very worst period.
Depends on the type of procedure you have, the amount of pain, and how far along you are. Of course the earlier you terminate the pregnancy, the better. If you are in your first few weeks, you can take the abortion pill. You will have a few cramps and then you will have what seems like a very heavy period. This seems more natural and less brutal than the other mehtods used. Your baby will be small, just tissues and stuff, so it will come out in the "period" flow you have.
Afterward, there won't be as much pain, and you will have to go back or to your regular doc to see if everything came out, and all is well.
With the other methods, like the d&c or the cervical dilation, those are more painful. And most of the time even though sedated or numbed, it won't take the pressure and feelings of some pain away, and always afterwards, there is cramping and soreness for days and weeks.
The physical pain will subside eventually, but the emotional pain lasts a lifetime. I know of a woman who had an abortion 20+ years ago and now that she is in her 40's, she still regrets
ever doing it.
Make the decision only after thinking it through thoroughly.
2007-03-27 03:35:24 · answer #2 · answered by Nyema 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry about all the pro-life people who don't respect your decision...
I don't know how it feels but I've heard that it is very rattling emotionally, and that the physical pain is hardly comparable. It isn't something I would suggest, from everything I've heard, but if it is your only option I would also say that you should bring someone with.
A friend, mother, or sister would be your best bet. Make sure to call the clinic, like planned parenthood, ahead of time to ask about prices and such but remember that it is never too late to change your mind.
A childs life is not disposable but yours shouldn't be either. If you feel that this child would inhibit you and your lifestyle than try to be more cautious in the future.
Lastly, Driving is not something that should be done. Not only because of the possible physical discomfort but because of the mental stress this will have on you.
The operation shouldn't take long if done well but you should know that a surgeon does not perform it. This means that there is an open space for a lot of mistakes. I had a friend who lost a part of her uterus.
Good Luck and may the Goddess lead you to a proper decision.
2007-03-27 03:26:40 · answer #3 · answered by Morbid_Engel 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Abortion is not easy. It depends on how many people are there.The price depends on how far along you are.There are also different methods.If you are very early there is a pill you can take that will make you miscarry.Also there is a surgical procedure.You can do it asleep or awake.If you do the surgical procedure you should not drive home.Most places won't even do it if you don't bring someone with you to drive you home.They put you in a room in a hospital gown with all of the other women in the same room.They take 1 at a time in and when the send you out I saw womens butts hanging out with bloody pads sticking out of the back of there gowns.It was a really bad experience.Women are crying and feeling really guilty why others just stare at everyone around them. The person with me had to sign a paper promising to drive me home.
2007-03-27 03:16:42 · answer #4 · answered by kimberly c 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It would depend on how far along. They can give you a pill that will cause labor to take place and then you could just have what seems like a heavy period. If you are further along they might have to do a d & c or d & e where they dilate the cervix and scrape out the contents of the uterus or dilate the cervix and use vacuum aspiration to get the fetus out. If you are very far along they would have to cut the fetus while it is inside you and remove it with forceps. Either way I don't think its something you could just hop off the table and drive home from. There are so many people out there that would love to adopt a baby, please don't throw yours away.
2007-03-27 03:23:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure what an abortion feels like, however I saw one in a medical class. It was horrible - the one I saw was like a vacuum type deal. They stick this vacuum in you and suck the little baby out piece by piece, literally. One arm will get sucked out, etc. It's a horrible scene. I think it is a short visit, however, I don't think you can drive yourself home.
2007-03-27 03:22:55 · answer #6 · answered by downinmn 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would have someone drive you because I had one before and I was crying and so upset that I couldn't have driven myself...... There are different prices.... you can stay awake or be asleep for it.... I think it cost me 400 for staying awake.... when I got there they gave me some small pill for the pain of it..... I didn't go back to have it done for a couple hours after they administered the pill and it was definetely worn off... The dr asked me if I wanted him to explain what he was doing as he went along and I said no just do it..... It was very painful for me physically.... I told them that the medication they had given me had worn off but they didn't care and couldn't give me another one.... I felt everything.... the worst part was the pressure from them sucking it out..... the noises.....Then they put me in an open room with other girls and gave us juice and crackers and made us just chill out for a minute....I was crying hysterically from the guilt and the pain.... I chose to stay awake because I felt like I deserved to be awake for it..... You carry guilt with you afterwards....... for a long time.... I still feel guilty..... its been almost 5 years now....... It was the easy way out.... I was weak and thats what my boyfriend and his mom and my friends suggested......
2007-03-27 08:27:55 · answer #7 · answered by halfwaythere! 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
if you go to a reputable clinic they use light sedation and do not want you to drive, you should bring someone with you. there is no pain maybe a little pressure at the time of the procedure make sure this is what you want to do you can't take this decision back. it doesn't take very long (maybe half an hour for the actual procedure) don't know the cost these days used to be 200.
2007-03-27 03:13:58 · answer #8 · answered by hyde 1 · 3⤊ 2⤋
No you shouldnt drive for a few days afterwards, you should rest at home. It should be done under general anthesthic so you should feel anything till you wake up, then it will be tender but not too bad. Good luck hope it all works out for you.Not sure how much it is these days alll depends on what country your in i guess.
2007-03-27 03:12:25 · answer #9 · answered by welcome2whereyouare 4 · 2⤊ 3⤋
For those of you who have ragged on this poor girl for making probably one of the hardest decisions of her life, SHAME ON YOU!!!
I am sure an abortion probably has pain or discomfort. Have someone to talk to about it who is objective and supportive. Also, if you cant get a ride take a cab, you will have to much on your mind to be driving.
Good luck.
2007-03-27 03:45:23 · answer #10 · answered by Kim 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋