What Services Are Available?

Depending on the clinic and individual situation, services may include:

• Urine pregnancy testing
• Quantitative blood hCG testing
• Early pregnancy ultrasound
• Confirmation of gestational age
• Evaluation of pain or vaginal bleeding
• Pregnancy-options counseling
• Prenatal-care referral
• Contraception counseling
• Emotional and mental-health support
• Follow-up care

Services and treatment availability vary, so contact the provider directly before visiting.

Confirming the Pregnancy

A positive home test indicates that pregnancy hormones are present, but an OB-GYN examination provides more complete information.

Clinical confirmation may include:

• Review of the last menstrual period
• Urine or blood hCG testing
• Transvaginal or abdominal ultrasound
• Estimation of gestational age
• Confirmation that the pregnancy is inside the uterus

If the pregnancy is very early, repeat blood testing or ultrasound may be necessary.

Discussing Your Pregnancy Options

After confirming the pregnancy, the medical provider can explain the options appropriate to your health, pregnancy stage, and personal circumstances. These may include:

• Continuing the pregnancy and arranging prenatal care
• Adoption-related information and referral
• Pregnancy termination consultation where legally and medically available
• Additional time and counseling before making a decision

You should receive clear information without pressure. Avoid taking medication purchased online or from an unverified source without medical supervision.

Why Gestational Age Matters

Available care depends partly on how far the pregnancy has progressed. Ultrasound and menstrual history help estimate gestational age and determine which medical services may be appropriate.

Contacting a clinic early provides more time for evaluation, decision-making, and coordinated care.

Choosing a Clinic in Busan

International patients can contact private OB-GYN clinics, women’s hospitals, or hospital obstetrics departments around Seomyeon, Haeundae, Centum City, Gwangalli, and other Busan areas.

Before booking, ask about:

• Confidential appointment procedures
• English-speaking consultations
• Pregnancy testing and ultrasound
• Available counseling services
• Treatment eligibility and timing
• Total consultation and examination fees
• Follow-up care
• English medical documentation

Do not assume that every OB-GYN clinic provides the same pregnancy-related services.

What to Bring

Bring the following when available:

• Passport or Korean identification
• Date of your last menstrual period
• Home pregnancy-test results
• Previous ultrasound or hCG results
• Medication and allergy information
• Relevant medical and pregnancy history
• Details of pain, bleeding, or other symptoms

Medical information is important for safe assessment and treatment planning.

When to Seek Emergency Care

Go to an emergency department immediately if you may be pregnant and experience:

• Severe or one-sided pelvic pain
• Heavy vaginal bleeding
• Shoulder-tip pain
• Dizziness, fainting, or significant weakness
• Severe abdominal pain
• Fever or chills
• Pale, cold, or clammy skin

These symptoms may indicate ectopic pregnancy, internal bleeding, miscarriage, or infection. Do not wait for a routine clinic appointment.

Emotional Support and Privacy

An unplanned pregnancy can cause anxiety, uncertainty, sadness, or confusion. Consider speaking with a trusted medical professional, counselor, partner, friend, or family member if it feels safe to do so.

The decision should be based on accurate medical information and your circumstances—not pressure from another person.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit without Korean health insurance?
Yes. International patients can generally receive self-paid OB-GYN care. Ask for an estimate before testing or treatment.

Can a home test confirm how many weeks pregnant I am?
No. Gestational age is estimated using menstrual history and ultrasound findings.

Will the first ultrasound show the pregnancy?
Not always. A very early pregnancy may require repeat hCG testing or another ultrasound.

Are appointments confidential?
Medical consultations are generally private, but ask the clinic about registration, communication, and documentation procedures.

Can I receive counseling without deciding immediately?
Yes. You can request medical information and discuss available options before making a decision, although timing may affect which services are available.

Arrange a Confidential Consultation in Busan

Contact a Busan OB-GYN provider for pregnancy confirmation, ultrasound, confidential options counseling, and medically appropriate follow-up care.