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Abortion - elective or therapeutic

Alternative Names: Therapeutic abortion; Elective abortion Symptoms: Early pregnancy symptoms include: Breast tenderness Breast swelling Discoloration of breast areola Nausea Light-headedness or dizziness Missed periods Signs and tests: Text Continues Below A pelvic examination is performed to confirm pregnancy and estimate the weeks of gestation. A serum HCG blood test may be performed to confirm pregnancy. A vaginal or abdominal ultrasound may be used to determine gestational age and location.

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