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Abortion Options

Pregnancy options:

Abortion – Medical and surgical. (links)

Adoption – Phoenix Women’s Clinic is not an adoption agency. This means we can help you explore this option without any bias to a family hoping to adopt. This option can include open, semi open, and closed adoptions. Agencies and private attorneys offer free services when you are considering adoption.

Parenting – Some women need extra help up to care for a newborn. Phoenix Women’s Clinic can help you determine the help you need and where to find the support.

There are Two Types of Abortion:

The Abortion Pill

Although it is referred to as a pill (singular), the abortion pill consists of two medications: mifepristone and misoprostol.

Mifepristone is taken first, usually in a clinic. This medication cuts the supply of the hormone progesterone to the embryo, which is needed to maintain the pregnancy. Without a steady supply of progesterone, the embryo stops growing. Misoprostol is taken 24-48 hours later at home. This medication causes the uterus to contract and expel the embryo, which ends the pregnancy.

The FDA Questions and Answers on Mifepristone for Medical Termination of Pregnancy Through Ten Weeks Gestation | FDA

Surgical Abortion

What is Surgical Abortion and How Does it Work?

In a surgical abortion, a suction device is used to remove the embryo from the uterus through the vagina. This procedure is performed at an abortion clinic, and you are sent home the same day. However, if complications arise, you may need to go to the emergency room to receive treatment. For an abortion later in the pregnancy, the suction device is replaced with forceps.

What are the Risks of Abortion?
  • Perforation. Perforation occurs when one of the instruments used in surgical abortion accidentally pokes a hole in the bladder, bowel, or uterus.
  • Incomplete Abortion. The procedure may not successfully remove all of the fetal tissue. This can occur due to surgical abortion or the abortion pill. Emergency medical treatment may be required to prevent infection.
  • Asherman Syndrome. Asherman Syndrome is a condition in which scar tissue forms inside the uterus. This can occur as a result of multiple surgical abortions, making it difficult to become pregnant in the future.
  • Negative Impact on Future Pregnancies. Studies have shown a link between surgical abortion and an increased risk of premature birth and low birth weight in future pregnancies.
  • Allergic Reaction. Although rare, it is possible to go into anaphylactic shock after taking vaginal misoprostol if you are allergic to any ingredients in the medication.
  • Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). Bacteria can enter the reproductive tract during a surgical abortion, causing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

Get the unbiased medical information needed to make a fully informed decision for your unplanned pregnancy at Phoenix Women’s Clinic. We’re happy to answer all of your questions.

U.S. National Library of Medicine. (2020, December 2). Abortion – Surgical. MedlinePlus. Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002912.htm

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2022, August 3). Elective Abortion: Does it Affect Subsequent Pregnancies? Mayo Clinic. Retrieved from
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/getting-pregnant/expert-answers/abortion/faq-20058551

Shin, Hyun Joo, et al. “Anaphylactic Shock to Vaginal Misoprostol: A Rare Adverse Reaction to a Frequently Used Drug.” PubMed Central (PMC), 9 Aug. 2018, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6137020

“Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): Symptoms, Treatments and Causes.” Cleveland Clinic, 23 Nov. 2020, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9129-pelvic-inflammatory-disease-pid

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  • You are the most important person in the room.
  • You will be treated with respect and care.
  • Your confidentiality will be protected.

If being pregnant was not your plan, one of your options is abortion. However, before you decide, you deserve to know the facts, and you have the right to be fully informed concerning abortion procedures. Take the time to get the information you need to make an informed decision.

Phoenix Women’s Clinic provides health care. We provide a consultation that consists of a free pregnancy test, free ultrasound, STD/STI testing, and a free consultation to review all your options with you. We do not offer abortion services or abortion referrals.

No insurance is needed. Walk in or schedule an appointment here:

7th Street Office

McDowell Office

Abortion Option Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between the pill and surgical abortion?

The pill refers to a combination of two medications. The first pill, called Mifepristone, is taken at the clinic. The pill will block your body’s progesterone that is needed for the development of early pregnancy. The second medication, called Misoprostol, is taken at home 24-48 hours after the first medication. This medication causes the uterus to contract and expel the pregnancy.

Surgical abortion is an invasive procedure where a series of surgical instruments known as dilators (metal rods), widen the cervix. During the procedure, anesthesia may vary. A suction device is used to remove the embryo from the uterus, through the vagina. For the second trimester, instruments such as forceps are used to remove the fetus.

Is the pill easier than the surgical abortion?

It depends on the individual’s preferences and circumstances. There are side effects and adverse effects to both that are to be considered before making a decision. 

Do I need an ultrasound before an abortion?

An ultrasound is imperative prior to an ultrasound as it can determine what abortion you may be eligible for. Phoenix Women’s Clinic offers limited ultrasound, which verifies three things: if the pregnancy is in the uterus, dating of the pregnancy and if the pregnancy is viable (if a heartbeat is present). Those factors are important as miscarriage occurs in one out of five pregnancies and to rule out an ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus).

Can I change my mind after signing to give my baby up for adoption?

Yes, you can change your mind after signing adoption papers, but only within  a specific time frame known as the revocation period, which varies state by state. 

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