If you are considering termination of pregnancy, seek timely advice from a qualified healthcare professional. A consultation can clarify the stage of pregnancy, discuss available options and provide information about what to expect. Decisions should be made with accurate information and without pressure.
Assessment and available options
Medical and procedural options may be considered depending on the stage of pregnancy, your health, clinical assessment and the services available. Contact the practice to confirm the appropriate appointment and whether referral to another facility is required. This page does not promise that every method or gestational stage can be managed at the consulting rooms.
South African law allows termination on request during the first 12 weeks. After that, additional legal conditions apply; after 20 weeks, the circumstances are more restricted. A clinician must assess the situation. Ask the clinician to explain the options that apply to you.
Questions for your appointment
- What options are appropriate in my circumstances?
- What does each option involve and what are the possible risks?
- What follow-up or tests will be needed?
- What costs and facility arrangements apply?
- Who can I contact afterwards if I have concerns?
You can also ask about contraception and emotional support. Do not use medicines from an unverified source or follow a regimen intended for someone else.
Aftercare and urgent symptoms
Follow the individual aftercare instructions provided by your clinician. Heavy bleeding, severe or worsening pain, fever, fainting or feeling very unwell needs urgent medical assessment. A website enquiry is not an emergency service.
See the South African Government’s termination information for the legal overview.
Arrange a consultation
Dr Timmal consults at Isipingo Hospital and St Augustine’s Hospital. Call 060 971 1251 for bookings or contact the practice. Confirm the consulting room when booking. For urgent or severe symptoms, seek immediate medical care rather than waiting for a website reply.