Which one is less harmful to the body, medical abortion or surgical abortion

Medical abortion and surgical abortion are two common methods of terminating pregnancy, and the degree of harm they cause to the body is different.

Medical abortion is a method of terminating a pregnancy by taking medication, usually in the early stages of pregnancy (within 49 days). This method usually involves two drugs: mifepristone and alprostadil. Mifepristone stops the development of the embryo, while alprostadil causes the uterus to contract and expel the embryo from the body. Medical abortion can usually be done at home and is non-invasive compared to surgical abortion. However, medical abortion may cause some side effects, such as abdominal pain, bleeding, nausea, and vomiting. Medical abortion may need to be used multiple times, and the effect is not as stable as surgical abortion.

Abortion is the termination of pregnancy by surgery, usually in the early stages of pregnancy (within 70 days). This method requires a doctor to perform it in an operating room, usually under local anesthesia. Abortion is a relatively safe and effective method that can ensure that the embryo is completely removed and reduce the risk of subsequent complications. However, abortion is an invasive procedure and may cause some complications, such as infection, bleeding, and uterine perforation.

Medical abortion and surgical abortion have different degrees of harm to the body. Medical abortion is non-invasive, but may cause some side effects. Surgical abortion is a safer and more effective method, but it requires surgery and may have some risks of complications. Which method to choose should be decided based on personal circumstances and the doctor's advice.