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Expert: Diane Cheryl - 10/28/2009


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Hi Diane,

I'm hoping to find out what level of hcg/mIU can be expected four weeks after a surgical abortion. I was at 8 weeks gestation. I understand that home tests can remain positive for an undefined period after the procedure. I've just been researching at what hcg level different tests respond hence the need to be able to compare the hcg required for the tests and my own. I'm sorry if I've worded this a bit haphazardly. My concern at the moment is if it's normal or possibly a new pregnancy. I was on antibiotics for a week after the procedure,began the pill the day after those finished but started on the non active section,and waited the required 7 days of beige pills before having regular intercourse. I'm unsure if I have gone about this the correct way. Thank you for your time.

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Amy,

It's most likely that this is just hormones from before. However, I can't guarantee that. You will have to wait a couple of weeks and see what happens. Try to relax and stay calm. Let me know what happens. You can email me at CHERYL51@aol.com and we can talk more. Also, if you need post abortion healing counseling, let me know that. Talk soon.

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Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com if I am "maxed out" on questions. I will answer as soon as I can. Please be patient because I get many emails. If I don't answer within a reasonable time, please email me again and put ALLEXPERTS in the subject line of your email. Thanks. Please contact me if you would like information about abortion procedures. What are your questions or concerns about an abortion? I also would be able to help with resources and networking. I can provide insight about emotional and psychological aspects of abortion. I would like to help you with up-to-date info and advice. I haven't had an abortion myself, but have 3 close friends who have experienced abortion and I can relate through them. I can also provide resources if you have experienced any post-abortion problems; medical, psychological, emotional, or spiritual. PRIVATE QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME!

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I have almost 23 years of experience in counseling women in unexpected pregnancy situations. I also provide resources for PASS (Post Abortion Stress Syndrome).

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Illinois Valley Community College (LaSalle-Peru, Illinois), Austin Community College and Travel Agent Degree.
Almost 22 years of on-the-job training onsite at abortion clinics and volunteering at pregnancy resource centers. Sonogram training and Post Abortion Counseling Training. Have done research with hundreds of women for almost 23 years regarding abortion, pregnancy and post-abortion healing.

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