An ultrasound is your next step to gaining the clarity you need after receiving a positive pregnancy test result. It can help you get answers about where your pregnancy stands and what pregnancy options are available to you.
At Pathway to Hope, we offer free services such as pregnancy testing with consultation, pregnancy verification with consultation, and options counseling. We are here to support you so you can make an informed pregnancy decision. After a positive pregnancy test and it’s determined that a limited ultrasound is right for you, here is how it will help you make an informed decision.
Confirm Your Gestational Age
If considering abortion, knowing how far along you are (gestational age) is vital to safeguarding your health as you explore the types of abortion. The FDA only approves medical abortion (the abortion pill) for women through 10 weeks of pregnancy. After this period, the abortion risks to your health increase.
Confirm if Your Pregnancy is Progressing
Confirm if your pregnancy has a heartbeat and is progressing with an ultrasound scan.
An ultrasound can alert you to potential pregnancy complications such as miscarriage, a non-viable pregnancy. Some signs of a miscarriage may include:
- Vaginal spotting/bleeding
- Pain/cramping in your abdomen or lower back
- Fluid or tissue passing from your vagina
Confirm the Location of Your Pregnancy
Confirm where your pregnancy is located within your uterus. This step is important as some women experience pregnancy complications such as ectopic pregnancy. This complication occurs when the embryo implants and grows outside of the uterus, resulting in a non-viable pregnancy.
Ectopic pregnancy needs immediate medical treatment from a medical provider. Detecting this pregnancy complication is vital as it can be dangerous to a woman’s health if not treated right away.
Schedule a free appointment today to get answers. You are not alone.
