Signs You Need ER Care After Taking the Abortion Pill
If you’ve taken the abortion pill (a combination of mifepristone and misoprostol), it’s important to recognize the difference between typical side effects and serious complications. While some cramping and bleeding are expected parts of the process, certain signs could indicate a medical emergency that requires immediate care.
Continue reading to learn more about what you should know after taking the abortion pill.
Warning Signs of the Abortion Pill
Here are critical signs that mean you should go to the emergency room:
Heavy Bleeding
Some bleeding is expected, but if you soak through two or more thick pads an hour for two hours in a row, it could signal excessive blood loss. This level of bleeding can be dangerous and needs urgent medical attention.
Severe Abdominal or Back Pain
Cramping is normal, but if you experience sharp, worsening pain that doesn’t improve with medication, it could be a sign of complications like an incomplete abortion or internal issues that require evaluation.
Fever
A fever lasting more than four hours after taking misoprostol could suggest an infection. Infections after a medical abortion can become life-threatening if left untreated.
Foul-Smelling Vaginal Discharge
A strong, unpleasant vaginal odor can be another sign of infection that should not be ignored.
Weakness, Dizziness, or Fainting
These symptoms may indicate significant blood loss or infection, requiring emergency treatment to protect your health.
If you experience any of these symptoms after taking the abortion pill, don’t wait. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Acting quickly can prevent further health risks and ensure you receive the necessary care.
Find Support at Colorado Springs Pregnancy Center
If you think you might be pregnant or are considering your options, know that you are not alone. The Colorado Springs Pregnancy Center is here to support you with services offered at no cost to you.
We offer lab-quality pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and additional services to help you confidently navigate your next steps. Our compassionate team offers a safe, confidential environment where you can ask questions and receive honest, medically accurate information.
Whether you’re seeking clarity about your pregnancy or simply need someone to talk to, we’re here to help.
Contact us today to schedule your appointment. Your health and future matter.
*All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
Medical Screening Before An Abortion
A positive result on a pregnancy test isn’t enough. Get the information you need before scheduling an abortion. We can provide this screening for you at no cost.
Pregnancy Testing
Even if you’ve taken an at-home pregnancy test, be confident you got the correct result with our free pregnancy testing service. You’ll have your test result during your appointment that day.
Ultrasounds
You need to know how far along you are in your pregnancy, if your pregnancy is viable (growing), and its location. Critical information you can only get with an ultrasound.
Medical Screening Before An Abortion
A positive result on a pregnancy test isn’t enough. Get the information you need before scheduling an abortion. We can provide this screening for you at no cost.
Pregnancy Testing
Even if you’ve taken an at-home pregnancy test, be confident you got the correct result with our free pregnancy testing service. You’ll have your test result during your appointment that day.
Ultrasounds
You need to know how far along you are in your pregnancy, if your pregnancy is viable (growing), and its location. Critical information you can only get with an ultrasound.
