IUD Insertion |Copper & Hormonal IUDs| Prevent Pregnancy| Intrauterine Devices Placement
The IUD (Intrauterine Device) is a plastic rod with 2 arms and a string. It is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. It is about the size of a quarter. There are 2 types of IUD in the US: the copper IUD and hormonal (levonorgestrel) IUDs.
The IUD works better than the pill, the patch, the ring, and the shot. IUD users don’t need to think about birth control before or during sex, and they don’t need refills each month. The IUD prevents pregnancy more than 99% of the time.
How is the IUD inserted?
After putting a speculum in your vagina, a clinician inserts the IUD into your uterus. Many clinicians give pain medicine first. You may have cramps and spotting for a short time after insertion.
Advantages of the copper IUD:
o Highly effective reversible birth control
o Works immediately upon insertion
o Can be used while breastfeeding
o Nothing to do right before sex to make it work
o Ability to become pregnant should return quickly when removed
o No hormones
o Approved for 10 years and may be effective for longer
o Can use for emergency contraception