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Untreated STD + Abortion = Serious Health Risk


Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD’s) pose a serious risk to a woman’s future reproductive and overall health, especially if left untreated. According to the Centers for Disease Control, in the United States, 1 out of 4 women between the ages of 14 and 19 is infected with at least one STD.


Any abortion procedure (including medical abortion) opens the risk of transmitting bacteria from outside the woman’s body or from the vagina into the woman’s cervix. Women who have an untreated STD (like chlamydia or gonorrhea) are up to 23% more likely to develop Pelvic Inflamatory Disease (PID) following an abortion procedure.1


If you’re pregnant and considering abortion, schedule your free pre-termination evaluation today to receive STD testing and treatment to protect your future reproductive health.



Source: Westergaard L, Phillipsen T, Scheibel J (1982). “Significance of cervical Chlamydia trachomatis infection in postabortal pelvic inflammatory disease.” Obstetrics and Gynecology, 68(5): 668-90; Ovigstad E, et al. (1983). “Pelvic inflammatory disease associated with Chlamydia trachomatis infection after therapeutic abortion.” Br J Vener Dis, 59: 189-92; Heisterberg L, et al. (1987). “The role of vaginal secretory immunoglobulin a, gardnerella vaginalis, anaerobes, and Chlamydia trachomatis in post abortal pelvic inflammatory disease.” Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, 66(2): 99-102.

 
 
 

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When facing an unplanned pregnancy, you may have many people and influences weighing on you as you consider options for your next steps. Only you can make the decision that's right for you. The Care Pregnancy Clinic offers a confidential place for you to discuss your situation and your options. The procedure is not offered here, our doctors recommend you make an appointment for your pre-pregnancy termination assessment and will refer to physicians they are familiar with. We're here to provide factual information about pregnancy and abortion, so you can make a plan for your next steps. Contact Care Pregnancy Clinic today!

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