Abortion - "medication," "surgical," "access,

                           Abortion

                                               "Screams from the Womb "

Introduction:

Abortion is the process of terminating a pregnancy – naturally or intentionally.

Types of Abortion:

1. Spontaneous Abortion (Miscarriage):

This abortion happens naturally – without any medical intervention.

Causes:

Chromosomal abnormalities

Infections

Hormonal imbalance

Stress ya injury

Maternal diseases (like diabetes, thyroid)

This is a common pregnancy complication, and it does not mean that it was the woman's fault.

2. Induced Abortion:

This abortion is done intentionally due to medical or personal reasons.

A) Medical Abortion -By using medicine.

It is safe and effective for 2 months.

Mifepristone - It blocks the progesterone hormone.

- This causes the uterus to contract.

There are cramps and bleeding like periods.

B) Surgical Abortion -

Manual Vacuum Aspiration - The tissues are removed from the uterus using suction.

Dilation & Curettage -The lining of the uterus is removed by dilating the cervix.

Dilation & Evacuation - Tissues are removed using surgical instruments and suction.