Can You Get Pregnant Again After an Abortion?

February 19, 2026

The short answer is yes, many women can get pregnant again after an abortion. However, certain procedures may carry risks that could affect future fertility. This is an important topic that is often underdiscussed, and understanding it can help women feel more informed and prepared when making decisions about their pregnancy.

Keep reading to understand the fertility risks associated with abortion. To get connected with a caring team member who can help you fully understand your options, contact us to set up a free options consultation.

How Abortion Can Affect Fertility?

Abortion should not impact your fertility unless you experience a complication. Here are few potential issues to be aware of when considering abortion.

Infection & Scarring

One of the most dangerous risks of an abortion is the possibility of an incomplete procedure.

An incomplete abortion occurs during a pregnancy termination when not all of the pregnancy and related tissue are expelled or removed from the uterus. This may result in an infection that damages the uterine lining, leading to scarring that may affect future fertility.

In the event of a surgical abortion, the tools that are used to remove the pregnancy via suction and scraping can also cause uterine scarring, called Asherman’s syndrome.

If you have an untreated STD, like chlamydia or gonorrhea, there is a risk that these may spread deeper into your reproductive system and cause Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), which can result in infertility.

Rhesus Factor (Rh)

The Rhesus factor is whether or not you carry a type of protein on the outside of your red blood cells. If you have the protein, you have a positive blood type (Rh-positive), and if you do not have this protein, you are Rh-negative and have a negative blood type.

There’s a chance of developing fertility issues in the future if you have a negative blood type (A-, B-, AB-, or O-) and have an abortion beyond 12 weeks. If the fetus had a positive blood type, you could develop Rh sensitization, which leads to problems carrying babies with positive blood types in the future. However, getting a RhoGAM shot after an abortion procedure can prevent this risk.

Schedule an Appointment

At our center, we offer no-cost pregnancy services, such as ultrasounds, to protect your health and safety.

Ultrasounds are important because they can confirm details such as:

• Gestational age (which affects abortion pill availability and safety)
• Pregnancy location, to ensure the pregnancy is in the uterus (an ectopic pregnancy requires immediate medical care)
• Pregnancy viability, since as many as 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage.

Having accurate information can help you understand your options and decide with clarity and confidence. Contact us today to schedule a free and confidential appointment and put your health first.