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I had a medical abortion about 4 weeks ago. I was aware that I was supposed to return after 2 weeks for am exam to make sure everything went as planned, unfortunately my very religious family found out about it cause the clinic decided to call my house and not the contact number I put down. They have been carefully watching me to make sure I do not return to the clinic. I purchased a pregnancy test to double check. The result was negative. My question is, is it possible for me to still be pregnant and have a false reading? I bled for about 5 days after and have not gotten a period or spotting since. I no longer feel or see any of the symptoms I had when I knew I was. I know its best for me to even see a doctor at this point, but that's just not an option.

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Can you get away to a pregnancy resource center to get a free pregnancy test there? I don't understand why your family would not want you to get medical help. If they already know that you had the abortion, then why would they not want you to get future care? Do they know that YOU know? Please email me at CHERYL51@aol.com so we can talk privately. Oh, and the number for the free pregnancy test is http://www.optionline.org or call 1-800-395-HELP. Please email me 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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