Why Is an Ultrasound an Important Step Before Making Pregnancy Decisions?

An ultrasound is a must before making a final pregnancy decision. Ultrasounds confirm vital pregnancy details, including how far along you are and what pregnancy options are available to you. They also protect your health by alerting you to potential complications.

At Fayette PRC, we provide a free ultrasound after you receive positive pregnancy testing results with us. We’re here to help you gain the clarity you need to make an informed pregnancy decision.

Why Ultrasounds Matter

1. Confirm How Far Along You Are

As you consider your pregnancy options, it’s vital to understand how far along you are in your pregnancy. The FDA only approves medical abortion (the abortion pill) for women through ten weeks of pregnancy. After this time of pregnancy, the risks go way up.

2. Confirm Pregnancy Viability

Confirm your pregnancy’s viability with an ultrasound, which refers to whether your pregnancy has a heartbeat and is progressing. An ultrasound can detect pregnancy complications like a miscarriage, a non-viable pregnancy, and most occur before the 12th week of pregnancy.

3. Confirm Pregnancy Location

Lastly, ultrasounds confirm the location of your pregnancy. Some women experience pregnancy complications such as ectopic pregnancy, where the pregnancy grows outside of the uterus, resulting in a non-viable pregnancy. This pregnancy complication is vital to catch early, as it can be dangerous to a woman’s health if not treated right away.

Free Pregnancy Services

We’re here to help you take your next steps. Our team at Fayette PRC can provide you with no-cost, medical-grade pregnancy testing and, if positive, an ultrasound. We can provide you with more information about all your pregnancy options.

Get the facts you need to move forward. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

You are braver than you know. Take it one step at a time and make sure you’re protecting your health and safety along the way.