Finding out you have an unplanned pregnancy can feel overwhelming.
However, getting the facts about your pregnancy can help provide the information you need to make the best decision for your health and future. New Beginnings Pregnancy Center can help with free and confidential services offered in a caring environment. Schedule an appointment with us today.
In the meantime, keep reading to learn how an ultrasound is crucial to making an educated decision.
The Importance of an Ultrasound Scan
An obstetric ultrasound works by using sound waves to create images of your pregnancy and reproductive organs, which are displayed on a screen. This technology is valuable for a pregnancy as it can provide details about:
Location
An ultrasound scan can confirm the location of a pregnancy. A pregnancy should implant in the uterus, where it begins to grow and develop.
However, a fertilized egg can implant outside the uterus, such as in a fallopian tube or cervix.
When this happens, it is known as an ectopic pregnancy, and is a dangerous medical condition that can be life-threatening if untreated.
Gestational Age
The gestational age of your pregnancy is another important detail that an ultrasound scan can provide.
Learning how far along you are in your pregnancy can help determine your options.
For example, the FDA warns that a medical abortion, also called the abortion pill, should not be attempted after 10 weeks of pregnancy, as it can lead to serious complications and risks to your health.
Viability
According to the Mayo Clinic, 10-20% of pregnancies can end in natural miscarriage.
An ultrasound can determine if your pregnancy is viable, which means it’s progressing and there’s a detectable heartbeat. If your pregnancy is not viable, this means you have miscarried, and medical staff may recommend follow-up care to prevent complications.
Getting the Answers You Need
With the information an ultrasound scan can provide, it is one of the most important steps in determining your options and helping you make the very best decision for an unexpected pregnancy.
New Beginnings Pregnancy Center is here for you. Our trained medical team can provide you with a free, limited ultrasound scan and discuss the results with you, answering all your questions and addressing your concerns.
Contact us today to schedule your free and confidential appointment to get the information you need.