Considering Abortion in McHenry - Johnsburg, IL?

When you are experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, it is very common to consider abortion as one of your options. It is important to understand that abortion is a medical procedure. As with any medical procedure, you should gather all of the information about the procedure, risks, and side effects associated with it before you decide to have it done. In this way, you can make a fully informed decision and be confident in your choice. That is why Focus Women’s Center is your first step when considering abortion.
While Focus Women’s Center does not perform or refer for abortions, we can provide you with the following information you should know before you have an abortion:

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Is your pregnancy viable?

According to the American Pregnancy Association, between 10-25% of known pregnancies are not viable and end naturally in miscarriage – usually within the first 13 weeks. Having a positive pregnancy test does not mean that you have a viable pregnancy that will carry to term. An ultrasound can confirm viability – letting you know if you even have a pregnancy that requires a decision. Focus Women’s Center offers ultrasounds as part of our no-cost Pregnancy Verification and Consultation appointment.

American Pregnancy Association. (2019). Miscarriage. Retrieved from https://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-complications/miscarriage/
How far along are you?

While you may have an idea of how far along you are (otherwise known as the gestational age) based on the date of your last menstrual period (LMP), it is very common for these dates to be off due to various reasons. An ultrasound is the most accurate way to determine gestational age, which then determines which type of abortion procedure you might qualify for. At Focus Women’s Center, we are able to provide an ultrasound free of cost so that you will know which abortion procedure(s) you are even eligible for and can make a more informed decision.

Do you have an STD/STI?

Untreated sexually transmitted diseases or infections can cause serious complications for those who have abortions by increasing their risk of infection. Anyone considering abortion should be tested and treated for STDs prior to the procedure. Focus Women’s Center offers confidential STD testing for the two most common STDs in McHenry County, chlamydia, and gonorrhea, free of charge.

U.S. National Library of Medicine. (2020). Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Retrieved from https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000888.htm
What are the different types of abortion?

There are several different types of abortion procedures – each with different risks, side effects, and financial costs. That is why it is so important to discuss your options ahead of time with a knowledgeable medical professional so that you can get accurate medical information and make a fully informed decision. At Focus Women’s Center, you will meet one-on-one with a member of our medical team who will go over each of the abortion procedures with you and answer any questions that you may have.

Do I have any other options?

Focus Women’s Center believes in educating every patient on all their legal options. We understand that for many of our patients, circumstances in their lives can change quickly and some may find themselves suddenly forced to consider options they did not think about before. Therefore, as part of our no-cost Pregnancy Verification and Consultation appointment, each patient will be offered information on abortionparenting, and adoption, as well as a list of local resources that can be of assistance. Our goal is to equip each of our patients with enough knowledge about all their options so that they can make a fully informed decision that is right for them. At Focus Women’s Center we are dedicated to educating our patients in a neutral, no-pressure, judgement-free environment so that you can feel safe to ask questions and gather the information you need to move forward and make your decision.

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McHenry/Johnsburg: McHenry is a city in McHenry CountyIllinois, United States. It is a suburb, part of the Chicago metropolitan area and is located about 33 miles northwest of Chicago. The population was 27,135 at the 2020 census. McHenry was at one time the county seat of McHenry County, which once included adjoining Lake County to the east. Johnsburg is a northwest suburban village in McHenry CountyIllinoisUnited States. It is a commuter town within the Chicago metropolitan area.

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