Why is medical abortion performed?

I am a student currently working on a research topic about medical abortion. I would like to understand why medical abortion is performed and the situations in which it may be considered. What are the main reasons medical abortion is used, and how does it differ from other abortion methods?

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Hello dear, I had a medical abortion around two years ago, and I can understand why you are asking this for your research. I am already a mum to one son and two daughters, and at that time I felt my family was complete, so I decided I was not ready for another pregnancy. Medical abortion is mainly used to end an early pregnancy with prescribed medicines rather than surgery, although the suitable option depends on the individual situation and stage of pregnancy. I consulted Dr Jen Shek Wei, who helped me understand the process and the difference between medical and surgical abortion. I experienced cramps and bleeding afterwards, and his guidance helped me know what to expect and when I needed further medical attention. I hope I explained it clearly haha, and I hope this helps with your research 😊😁

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