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Understanding the differences between abortion and stillbirth can be challenging but essential for those facing these situations. India IVF Fertility, a leading IVF and fertility clinic located in Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Srinagar, and Ghaziabad, is here to provide clear and simple information. Let’s dive into what sets these two apart, their impacts, and what you should know if you or someone you care about is experiencing either.
Abortion is the medical termination of a pregnancy. It can be a choice made for various personal, medical, or social reasons. Here are some key points to understand:
Stillbirth is the loss of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy. It is a heartbreaking event that occurs for various reasons. Here are some facts:
While both result in the end of a pregnancy, the key differences lie in their causes and timing:
Both abortion and stillbirth can have profound emotional and physical impacts. Here’s what you might experience:
Proper medical care is essential in both scenarios. Let’s look at what’s involved:
| Aspect | Abortion | Stillbirth |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Intentional termination of a pregnancy | Loss of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy |
| Causes | Personal choice, health risks, fetal abnormalities | Placental problems, birth defects, infections, complications during labor |
| Timing | Varies depending on method | Absence of fetal movement, no heartbeat detected |
| Symptoms | Varies depending on method | Absence of fetal movement, no heartbeat detected |
| Emotional Impact | Grief, guilt, relief, depression, anxiety | Grief, loss, depression, anxiety |
| Physical Impact | Recovery varies; follow-up care needed | Recovery varies; follow-up care needed |
| Medical Procedures | Counseling, examination, medication/surgery, rest | Monitoring, delivery of the stillborn baby, emotional support |
| Recovery Time | A few days to weeks physically; emotional recovery varies | Varies; emotional recovery varies |
| Support Needed | Medical follow-up, emotional support | Emotional support, medical follow-up |
Abortion is a deliberate termination of pregnancy, while stillbirth is an unintentional loss of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Some stillbirths can be prevented with proper prenatal care, but not all causes are avoidable.
Yes, when performed by qualified healthcare providers, abortions are safe.
Stillbirths occur in about 1 in 160 pregnancies.
There’s no direct evidence linking stress to stillbirth, but maintaining overall health is important.
Seek medical attention immediately to ensure proper care and support.
Physical recovery can take a few days to weeks, but emotional recovery varies.
Absence of fetal movement and no heartbeat detected during an ultrasound are common signs.
Yes, most women can conceive again after recovering from a stillbirth or abortion.
Emotional support from counselors, support groups, and healthcare providers is crucial.
MBBS (Gold Medalist), DNB (Obst & Gyne), MNAMS, MRCOG (London-UK), Fellow IVF, Fellow MAS, Infertility (IVF) Specialist & Gynae Laparoscopic surgeon,[Ex AIIMS & Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi]. Read more about me
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