FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
Very – we understand the need for confidentiality and have a legal duty to protect your privacy. We keep information about you safe and secure. It’s usual for healthcare providers to inform GPs that we have treated their patients – we will ask you if it is OK to contact your GP
Abortion is legal in South Africa providing it meets the terms of the 1987 Abortion Act. The law allows doctors to end a pregnancy if they believe that:
Abortion treatment is very safe, especially in the early weeks of pregnancy. No clinical procedure is without risk and these are fully explained to you before treatment.
If your treatment is uncomplicated it won’t cause any issues with future pregnancies. There is no proven connection between abortion and future infertility, ectopic pregnancy or other pregnancy complications. Abortion can be associated with future pregnancies ending before the due date; this risk increases with each abortion, but the medical evidence is not enough to show a connection.
The best treatment for you depends how many weeks pregnant you are, the results of your medical assessment and your preference. The abortion treatment type we offer you will be based on clinical opinion and best practice guidelines. We’ll discuss this with you fully before treatment.
Recovery after an uncomplicated abortion usually happens fairly quickly. Most women feel relieved after treatment, but some may feel sad or guilty. Call or WhatsApp +27765839054 to make an appointment for post abortion counselling if you feel the need to talk
Most women return to their normal routine in a day or 2. Rest until you can resume your usual activities.
It’s best not to travel within 24 hours of treatment. If you must travel, make sure you know how to get emergency medical care if needed. If you choose to travel after taking the 2nd medication of the abortion pill up to 10 weeks – you may have cramps and bleed heavily during travel.
