Expert: Doctor Early Options - 10/27/2008

Question
I had a medical abortion 12 weeks ago. but continued to get a positive pregnancy test. 3 days ago I started having heavy bleeding so i went to the Er they confirmed pregnancy at about 16 weeks along. How is this possible? I am so confused and have no idea what to do now.
they  were absolutely rude to me when i asked the nurse at the Er she said i am mom to 4 sorry i cant help you.
Any advice you can give will be greatly appreciated

Thank you

Answer
Dear Ashley,
It sounds like you had a failed medical abortion.  I am surprised by your story - did you have a follow up visit after taking the second medications (misoprostol)?  Did you call them to let you know you had a positive pregnancy test? I am surprised they did not have you come in for a check up.
As far as the situation you are in right now, you will likely need to end the pregnancy.  Misoprostol causes birth defects, so you do not have much of a choice at this point.  I am so sorry this happened to you. This is extremely unfortunate.
What state/country do you live in?  Do you know where to get help?  If not, I would certainly start with whoever prescribed the RU486.
Let me know if I can help you further,
Doctor Joan
Early Abortion Specialist
EarlyAbortionOptions.com
New York City