A medical or non-surgical abortion uses the “Abortion Pill” or other chemicals to terminate an early pregnancy. This method of abortion is used up to 70 days after a woman’s last menstrual period. If you are farther along in your pregnancy, a medical abortion may be ineffective, Getting a medical abortion may involve up to two office visits and may require a surgical procedure if the medical abortion is incomplete. Please note that this is not the “Morning-After Pill”, which is a form of emergency contraceptive and is not considered an abortion alternative.
Eve Medical of Pretoria offers comprehensive gynecology services under the direction of a medical director, who is a board-certified gynecologist and diplomate of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Services include:
- Well-woman exams
- Pregnancy tests
- Ultrasounds
- HPV vaccines
- Breast cancer screening
- Birth control
- STD testing and treatment
- Hormone treatment for menopause
- Pap smear
- Colposcopy (for abnormal Pap smear results)
- Nonsurgical and surgical abortion
Gynecology also includes testing and treatment for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

What are the symptoms of PID?
Although PID, or pelvic inflammatory disease, can be symptomless, you may experience one of these symptoms:
- Pain in your lower abdomen
- Fever (99.6˚F or higher)
- Vaginal discharge that may smell
- Painful sex
- Painful urination
- Irregular periods
- Also, Pain in your upper right abdomen (stomach area)
Your symptoms may range from mild to severe. Seek treatment at Eve Medical of Miami immediately if you suspect you have PID to prevent complications, such as damage to your reproductive organs.
What should I expect during a Pap smear?
A Pap smear is a simple, quick test performed in Eve Medical of Miami’s office. Your provider takes a small sample of cells from your cervix, which is the opening to your uterus, to look for signs of cervical cancer.
You get your results in about three weeks. Most of the time, results are normal. If the test indicates something might be wrong, your provider contacts you to schedule more tests.
Choosing a birth control method is a personal decision. You want to consider:
- If or when you want to start or add to your family
- Whether you want a method that offers protection against STDs
- Your lifestyle
Your provider also may recommend certain options based on your health. They help you to navigate your choices to pick the method that’s best for you.
What are my choices for birth control?
When it comes to birth control, you have a variety of alternatives. These include:
Male condom
Condoms are made of latex and are a good option to prevent pregnancy and many sexually transmitted diseases. They’re about 92% effective in preventing pregnancy if used consistently.
Birth control pill
Pills contain either estrogen and progestin or just progestin — what’s known as the mini pill. Pills are taken daily and are around 92-95% effective at pregnancy prevention.
Hormonal patch
The patch is a thin plastic square worn on your upper arm, stomach, buttocks, or back that delivers hormones to prevent pregnancy. Its effectiveness rate is 91%.
Vaginal ring
A small, flexible, plastic ring worn in your vagina for three weeks at a time. The ring releases hormones to prevent pregnancy and is 91% effective.
Birth control shot
Depo-Provera® is an injection of the hormone progestin administered every three months to prevent pregnancy. The shot is 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.
Intrauterine device (IUD)
An IUD is a T-shaped device inserted in your uterus to prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years. IUDs can be hormonal or nonhormonal, as with a copper IUD. An IUD is better at preventing pregnancy than condoms, pill, patch, ring, and shot, and is nearly 100% effective.
As you consider your options, consider whether you need a method that also offers protection against STDs.
The team at Eve Medical of Miami also provides information on permanent methods. The practice has a board-certified doctor on staff who is happy to discuss your birth control choices during your appointment.
If you’re ready to explore your birth control alternative, call today or book a consultation online.