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An abortion is the termination of a pregnancy through the removal or expulsion of the embryo or foetus from the uterus.

A safe abortion is an abortion procedure carried out by a trained and licensed professional in a sterile environment using appropriate methods.

Yes, abortions are very much legal in India. The MTP Act passed in 1971 safeguards the right of pregnant people above the age of 18 to seek abortion servies.

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Typically no, but it depends on the type of procedure chosen and the conditions in which it is performed. A medical abortion can feel like a painful period, while a surgical abortion is performed with the patient under sedation.

Simply put, no. After a safe abortion, a person can become pregnant after just 11 days if no contraceptives are used. A safe abortion is one where proper medical protocols are followed by a trained medical professional in a safe and sterile space. However, in the cases of unsafe abortions, one can never be sure. An unsafe abortion could result in an incomplete procedure which could affect future pregnancies.

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