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Safe abortion care involves the medical termination of a pregnancy using evidence-based methods under the supervision of a qualified medical practitioner and in accordance with applicable Indian law. Appropriate medical evaluation is important to confirm the pregnancy, determine gestational age and location, identify health concerns, and select a suitable method of termination.

Depending on the duration of pregnancy, medical history, examination findings, and individual circumstances, abortion may be performed using medicines or a procedural method when clinically appropriate. Ultrasound and blood investigations may be advised when indicated.

Professional abortion care also includes counselling about what to expect, pain management, possible side effects and warning signs, post-abortion follow-up, contraception, and future reproductive health. Privacy, informed consent, dignity, and respectful communication are important components of care.

Self-medication with abortion pills without appropriate medical assessment can be unsafe, particularly when the duration or location of pregnancy is uncertain. An ectopic pregnancy, for example, requires different and potentially urgent treatment.

Seek urgent medical attention for severe or persistent abdominal pain, very heavy bleeding, fainting, fever, breathing difficulty, or other concerning symptoms during or after an abortion.