Question
At four months pregnant, are there any medications that can stop the fetus from growing?
Answer
In the early stages of pregnancy (about 40 days), medical abortion can be performed. If the fetus has grown larger, it is not recommended to use medical abortion. The injury from a painless abortion procedure is minimal. Medical advice suggests that the best time for a painless abortion is between 40 to 60 days of pregnancy, when the size of the gestational sac is suitable for surgery, and the doctor can perform the procedure more smoothly. The latest time for a painless abortion should not exceed 60 days of pregnancy. It is most appropriate to have an abortion by 70 days into pregnancy. If an unintended pregnancy occurs, choosing the right time for a painless abortion should be considered.