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Yes. According to NOM-046-SSA2-2005 and the WHO Guide, minors have the right to access safe abortion services.

Yes, provided it's performed by qualified physicians. You'll need a medical evaluation and to sign an informed consent form for the procedure.

Medications: Recommended from week 4 to week 9AMEU (Manual Vacuum Aspiration): An outpatient, safe and effective method from week 4 to week 12Dilation and evacuation (D&E): In cases of more than 12 weeks, only in hospital-level units in cases of voluntary termination of pregnancy.

Yes. Fertility can return within the first 8 to 14 days after an abortion. Therefore, the WHO recommends starting contraception immediately if you do not want another pregnancy.

In public or private clinics, it is requested:Official identification (can be CURP, INE or birth certificate for minors).Informed consent form.Ultrasound to confirm gestational age.

Yes. The WHO recognizes that legal abortion performed by trained personnel, using approved methods and under appropriate sanitary conditions is one of the safest medical procedures. Public legal abortion clinics in Mexico City meet quality standards, although some may experience delays due to overcrowding.

It is recommended to wait approximately 15 days, or until the bleeding has stopped and you are discharged from the hospital. This helps reduce the risk of infection and complications.

It's perfectly normal to have mixed emotions. If you need support, you can consult a psychologist specializing in sexual and reproductive health. At GINESER, for example, we offer respectful and confidential post-abortion emotional support.

Unsafe ILES (performed without medical supervision, using dangerous methods, or in clandestine settings) are a leading cause of maternal death worldwide. They can lead to:Severe infectionsHemorrhagesUterine perforationInfertilityDeathThe WHO emphasizes that access to safe services prevents these risks.

Yes. You can choose between hormonal contraception, copper IUD, silver IUD, implants or condoms depending on the treatment you take, or wait until your next menstrual period.