Is surgical abortion painful?

Aspiration abortions, also called vacuum aspirations, are the most common type of surgical abortion. During this procedure, you'll be given pain medication, which can include a numbing medication that is injected into the cervix. You may also be given a sedative, which will allow you to stay awake but be extremely relaxed. read more

There are two types of surgical abortion: aspiration abortion and dilation and evacuation (D&E) abortion. Women up to 14 to 16 weeks pregnant can have an aspiration abortion, while D&E abortions are typically performed at 14 to 16 weeks or after. read more

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For surgical abortion, abortion clinics offer various types of anesthesia, depending on the procedure and the patient. Women may be awake or asleep for a first trimester surgical abortion. If local anesthesia is chosen, the woman will remain awake and fully conscious during the procedure; she will see, hear, and feel throughout the process. read more