If something goes wrong, you want to know that you'll be rushed to a place that can give you adequate care. Abortion Victim Describes her Injuries Beware of clinics which do not give you a frank discussion of your health risks. Common problems include pain and infection. Less common but more serious risks include infertility, hemorrhaging, and anesthetic complications. Some clinics will have patients sign disclaimers, refusing responsibility if something goes wrong.
Abuse Make sure the clinician takes a detailed health history.
There are many important factors that can affect the safety of the procedure for you, including past pregnancies, RH factor, etc. If the abortion will be done non-surgically, then any history of circulatory disorders or heart trouble is crucial. A Late Abortion Fiasco Ask what you should do if you have any complications from the abortion. Some clinics will urge you not to go to the hospital or to your regular doctor if you have problems because they don't want anyone to know they have botched your abortion. Ask if any of the clinic doctors have been implicated of any wrongdoing.