When you’re facing a pregnancy you didn’t expect, it’s normal to have more questions than answers. One of the most effective ways to gain clarity is through an ultrasound.
This essential scan provides key information about your health that no pregnancy test or app can confirm. At the Pregnancy Resource Center of Glenwood Springs, we offer free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and STI testing so you can move forward with facts. Schedule your appointment today.
Keep reading to learn more about ultrasounds.
The Basics of Ultrasound Technology
Ultrasound technology has been in use for decades and works by sending sound waves into the body through a small device called a transducer. These sound waves bounce back and are converted into images you can see in real-time on a screen.
It’s considered safe (no radiation), non-invasive, and gives you immediate insight into what’s happening inside your uterus.
What Can You Learn From an Ultrasound?
- Viability: An ultrasound can detect a heartbeat and confirm that your pregnancy is still progressing. About 10-20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, often without immediate symptoms.
- Gestational Age: Ultrasound measurements can show how far along you are, which is important if you’re considering your pregnancy options. For example, the abortion pill is only FDA-approved through 10 weeks of pregnancy.
- Location: In a small percentage of pregnancies, the fertilized egg may implant outside the uterus and grow in a place that can’t support it (ectopic pregnancy). This is a life-threatening condition requiring immediate treatment.
Take Care of Your Reproductive Health
No matter what pregnancy option you’re considering, your health and safety matter.
At Pregnancy Resource Center of Glenwood Springs, we offer free, confidential ultrasounds, pregnancy testing, STI testing, and caring support to help you. Schedule your appointment today!