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We are a leading abortion care service in Howick, we campaign for women's reproductive choices
Merlin Abortion clinic is a private women clinic and has been supporting and caring for women and couples who choose to terminate a pregnancy for over 15 years.
We can support you if you decide having an abortion is the best course of action for you. At our clinics located around Howick, we provide surgical and medical abortions. If you would want to discuss your options with someone, you may also give our advice line a call.
If you’re pregnant and considering abortion, Merlin Abortion clinic is here to help you.
Every year, we provide treatment for abortions and counseling regarding unwanted pregnancies to thousands of women. We are also able to assist you. We make sure you have enough support to make the decision that’s best for you, whether it’s adoption, abortion, or parenthood.
The majority of women we encounter are certain they want a termination and don’t require counseling; we just make sure they receive prompt, secure, and convenient care.
Abortion treatments we offer at our abortion clinic
There are two types of abortion treatment that we offer:
- Medical abortion
- Surgical abortion
The abortion option you choose will depend on how many weeks the pregnancy is, your budget, and your personal choice.
Medical abortion also known as the abortion pill
The abortion pill involves two medicine that ends the pregnancy. Mifepristone is the medical term for the abortion pill. Progesterone is blocked in order for it to function. The uterine lining degrades in the absence of progesterone, ending the pregnancy.
After mifepristone pill, is followed by another medicine called misoprostol. This medication makes the womb contract, causing cramping and bleeding which is to having a miscarriage.
This procedure is suitable Up to 10 weeks and is done At-home
Surgical abortion also known as in clinic abortion
Vacuum aspiration up to 14 weeks
By gently suctioning the pregnancy out, vacuum aspiration can be done under local, general, or sedative anesthesia.
Dilatation and evacuation between 14 and 21 weeks
This procedure can be carried out under conscious sedation or general anesthesia between weeks 14 and 24 of pregnancy.
Abortion: Frequently asked questions
Extremely, we respect your right to privacy and are obligated by law to maintain confidentiality. We safeguard the information we have about you. Healthcare professionals often notify general practitioners (GPs) that they have treated their patients; we will ask your permission to get in touch with your GP.
Future pregnancy problems won’t arise if your treatment is straightforward. There is no concrete evidence linking abortion to ectopic pregnancy, subsequent infertility, or other pregnancy difficulties. The probability of subsequent pregnancies ending before the due date rises with each abortion, however there is insufficient medical evidence to support a link between abortion and this outcome. We give you all the knowledge you need to make the best decision for yourself by using information that is supported by evidence. A medical expert will go over all the known dangers and side effects related to the therapy option you have chosen.
Telemedicine Abortion Services at Merlin abortion clinic
Welcome to Merlin Abortion Clinic’s Telemedicine Abortion Service, which is intended to give you safe, convenient access to reproductive health care from the comfort of your home. We provide patients in Pretoria with a discrete and encouraging process through telehealth.
To schedule an appointment or talk about your options, contact the City of Ekurhuleni Women Clinic, please call us on +27 69 327 0730.
What's the process for a telemedicine abortion?
- Over the phone: Generally speaking, with our nurse. You can reach us by calling +27 69 327 0730 or using the same number on the WhatsApp chart.
- Patients who qualify obtain the recommended medications discreetly through home delivery or collect-in centers.
Before contacting us please do the following;
- Use a home pregnancy test to confirm your status as pregnant.
- Make sure you know when your last menstrual period (LMP) occurred.
- Pregnancies under nine weeks can receive this service.