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What is abortion?
Abortion is the medical termination of a pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the womb. It may be performed through medication or a surgical procedure, depending on the stage of pregnancy and the patient’s health condition. Abortion can be elective (by choice) or therapeutic (due to medical reasons such as risks to the mother’s health or severe fetal abnormalities). In India, abortion is legal under specific conditions, as defined by the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act.
Why it is important
- Protects the physical and mental health of the mother
- Prevents complications from high-risk pregnancies
- Helps manage pregnancies caused by contraceptive failure
- Helps manage pregnancies caused by contraceptive failure
When to seek medical attention
- Unplanned or unwanted pregnancy
- Pregnancy complications affecting maternal health
- Severe abdominal pain or heavy bleeding during pregnancy
- Signs of ectopic pregnancy (pain on one side, dizziness, shoulder pain)
- Pregnancy after contraceptive failure
Frequently asked questions
Yes, abortion is legal in India up to 20 weeks in most cases, and up to 24 weeks for special circumstances, under the MTP Act.
When performed safely by a qualified doctor, abortion generally does not affect fertility.
Mild to moderate cramping is common; pain relief is usually provided.
Ovulation can occur within 2–4 weeks, so contraception should be used immediately if pregnancy is not desired