Are you facing an unplanned pregnancy and wondering what to expect with an ultrasound? Ultrasounds are typically an easy and painless process. They are vital to understanding where your pregnancy stands and what pregnancy options you’re eligible for.
How Does an Ultrasound Work?
An ultrasound is an imaging technique that confirms pregnancy and uses sound waves to create images of the pregnancy. No radiation is used during an ultrasound procedure.
Types of Ultrasounds for Pregnancy
The two types of prenatal ultrasounds include transvaginal ultrasounds and abdominal ultrasounds. A transvaginal ultrasound uses a wand-like device placed inside the vagina. You may feel some discomfort during the ultrasound as the device is inserted. An abdominal ultrasound is completed by moving a device over your belly.
Confirm Important Pregnancy Details
Wondering what’s next for your pregnancy? Once you receive a positive pregnancy test, an ultrasound is important to receive. It safeguards your health and confirms key pregnancy details.
Also known as the abortion pill, the FDA only recommends medical abortion for women through 10 weeks of pregnancy. An ultrasound confirms three important pregnancy details, including:
- Confirm pregnancy viability (whether your pregnancy is healthy and progressing)
- Confirm pregnancy location (whether it’s growing within your uterus)
- Confirm how far along you are (gestational age)
Be Alerted of Potential Pregnancy Complications
An ultrasound can alert you to potential pregnancy complications such as miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. Miscarriage happens early in pregnancy and happens to around 10% to 20% of known pregnancies. Women should seek medical attention if they suspect this type of complication.
Some women may experience a pregnancy complication called ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg implants and grows outside the main cavity of the uterus. This pregnancy complication requires immediate medical attention as it could be life-threatening if not treated promptly.
No-Cost Ultrasounds
Once you receive positive pregnancy testing at Options Clinic, we offer no-cost and confidential limited ultrasounds so you can begin getting clarity about your pregnancy. Contact us to schedule your appointment today and get the answers you need.