As the reversal of Roe vs. Wade begins to settle, some questions and concerns surrounding women’s healthcare have continued. States that have banned all abortions have sparked worries that women will be denied life-saving care in the event of a medical emergency.
Thankfully, these concerns are unfounded. Every state has protections for women who face life-threatening complications during a pregnancy. No woman will be denied treatment and left to die.
In this article, we will explore a few rare pregnancy complications and define what falls under prenatal care.
Pregnancy Complications
In this day and age, many pregnancy complications can be mitigated with proper prenatal care. However, an ectopic pregnancy poses a severe threat to a woman’s life.
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the pregnancy implants and grows outside of the uterus. This kind of pregnancy is not viable, meaning it will rupture spontaneously and end in a miscarriage. Treating an ectopic pregnancy falls under prenatal care and is not an abortion. Every woman suffering from an ectopic pregnancy will be given medical care to have it removed, regardless of what state they live in.
Terminal Diagnosis For The Woman
Another complication tied to pregnancy is a terminal diagnosis for the woman. This can occur in a variety of areas, but one example is cancer.
Imagine a woman becomes pregnant and three months later discovers a mass on her breast. If she is diagnosed with cancer and referred for chemotherapy, she may have the option to choose to end her pregnancy.
You Have Options
Discovering you’re pregnant when you weren’t planning on it can be devastating. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed and even isolated. But you don’t have to do this alone.
Life Choices exists to provide resources and education to women experiencing a crisis pregnancy. Your physical and mental health is our priority, and we offer many services such as no-cost ultrasounds, information about the abortion pill, and post-abortion care.
If you or a friend are pregnant, you do not have to worry about dying of a lack of abortion access. You are valued and protected at Life Choices. Make an appointment today and let our staff help you find the best solution for your situation. Call whenever you’re ready at 303-651-2050.