In-Clinic Abortion: What to Expect at Home

Call 911 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if:

• You passed out (lost consciousness).
• You have severe vaginal bleeding along with lightheadedness or nausea.
• You have chest pain, are short of breath, or cough up blood.
• You feel you cannot stop from hurting yourself or someone else.

Where to get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

If you or someone you know talks about suicide, self-harm, a mental health crisis, a substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress, get help right away. You can:

• Call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.
• Call 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255).
• Text HOME to 741741 to access the Crisis Text Line.

Consider saving these numbers in your phone.

Go to 988lifeline.org for more information or to chat online.

Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:

• You have pain that does not get better after you take pain medicine.
• You cannot pass stools or gas.
• You have bright red vaginal bleeding that soaks through a pad in an hour, or you have large clots.
• You are sick to your stomach or cannot drink fluids.
• You have symptoms of a blood clot in your leg (called a deep vein thrombosis), such as:
  • Pain in the calf, back of the knee, thigh, or groin.
  • Swelling in the leg or groin.
  • A color change on the leg or groin. The skin may be reddish or purplish, depending on your usual skin color.
• You have signs of infection, such as:
  • Increased pain.
  • A fever.
• You have vaginal discharge that has increased in amount or smells bad.
• You still feel pregnant or have pregnancy symptoms.

Watch closely for any changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you have any problems.