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An intrauterine device (IUD) is a quick procedure performed by your doctor in the clinic. The intrauterine device is a small plastic t-shaped device utilized for birth control which is placed into the uterus to prevent pregnancy.

When would you have the IUD taken out?

Get your IUD eliminated if:

  1. It has expired. Your copper t insertion ought to have the option to let you know how long the type that you have is supposed to last.
  2. You need to get pregnant.
  3. You've had side effects like heavy bleeding, extreme headaches, or pain.
  4. You have a sexually transmitted infection.
  5. Your IUD has moved out of your uterus or has broken.
  6. You got pregnant while the IUD was in place.

What are the types of IUDs?

There are two main types of IUDs. One contains copper, and the others contain the female hormone, levonorgestrel (LNG).

The copper IUD is a plastic device with a copper coil on the stem and the arms. It continuously delivers copper into the uterus to cause an inflammatory response which is toxic to sperm.

The plastic IUD is a hormonal device that releases the hormone levonorgestrel. This thickens the cervical mucus and prevents sperm from fertilizing the egg.

Levonorgestrel may likewise thin the uterine lining, and this can partly prevent ovulation.

IUD removal may involve the following steps:

  1. The individual lies on an examination table on their back with their feet separated or in stirrups.
  2. The doctor places a speculum to isolate the vaginal walls and find the IUD.
  3. Using forceps, the doctor pulls tenderly on a string that is joined to the device.
  4. The arms of the IUD will fold upward as it moves gradually out of the uterus. When the procedure is finished, the doctor will eliminate the speculum.

There might be some light bleeding or cramping during or soon after the process.

A few specialists might recommend taking a painkiller before removal to lessen these feelings of discomfort.

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