Can an embryo/fetus feel pain during an abortion?

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• Will I see an embryo or fetus come out after an abortion with pills?

  You will see blood and tissue (clots) but it is very unlikely that you will see an embryo that resembles a human baby. For abortions done in the first 8 weeks of pregnancy, the embryo is too small to be seen; you might see a pregnancy sac that looks ...

• I feel guilty about having an abortion. How can I feel better?

  It is normal to be concerned, anxious, or have negative feelings about having an abortion, especially in a country such as Malta where abortion (and other things related to sex) still carry a lot of shame and stigma. You should know that many women ...

• I have been told my fetus has an anomaly or syndrome. How can I get an abortion?

  Abortions in these circumstances can happen in the later stages of pregnancy, depending on when the anomaly is detected. Couples who receive this diagnosis and want to opt for abortion will have to travel outside of Malta. The UK does not have a ...

• Is an abortion with pills (medical abortion) painful?

  Most women feel pain during an abortion with pills as the uterus contracts to remove the pregnancy. In some cases, the pain is very strong. These contractions are felt as cramps; ie: pain that comes and goes in waves. The pain usually eases after a ...

• What happens after I take abortion pills?

  After taking Mifepristone, usually not much happens. Many women do not notice anything, some may experience nausea, and some may see some spotting. Most women are able to continue working after taking Mifepristone. After taking Misoprostol, the ...