How many weeks pregnant can you terminate a pregnancy?
Termination of pregnancy can be done according to legal and medical guidelines which consider the gestational age and the health of the pregnant person to ensure that the termination is carried out safely and appropriately.
1. Gestational age at which pregnancy can be terminated according to medical guidelines
- Gestational age not exceeding 12 weeks
- Both Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) and Medical Abortion can be used
- If using medication to terminate the pregnancy, the pregnant person can take the medication at home under a doctor’s guidance, with follow-up during medication use, complete abortion, and post-medication care
- This method is highly effective and safe
- Gestational age more than 12 weeks but not exceeding 16 weeks
- Use Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA)
- Performed by a skilled doctor and is a safe method
- Gestational age more than 12 weeks
- Termination of pregnancy with medication requires an overnight stay at the hospital
2. Legal considerations regarding gestational age for pregnancy termination
- In Thailand, pregnancy can be terminated under legal conditions such as
- Gestational age not exceeding 12 weeks can be terminated without conditions
- Gestational age 12-20 weeks can be terminated with counseling services
- Termination is allowed at any gestational age if there is a risk to the physical or mental health of the pregnant person
Pregnant persons under 15 years old, severe fetal abnormalities, or cases of sexual assault without the need for a police report
Things to know before deciding to terminate a pregnancy
- Consult a doctor to choose a safe and appropriate method for the gestational age
- Termination of pregnancy must be performed by a licensed medical facility
See details of service facilities here: https://www.rsathai.org/networkservice - There are agencies that can provide counseling and assistance to those seeking to terminate a pregnancy
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