THE COPPER IUD: HOW TO REMOVE IT?
March 23rd, 2009 | Posted by admin | Category: Women's HealthNo Comments
What should I expect after a Copper IUD insertion? You will probably have cramps that are like period cramps, and some bleeding or spotting for a few days after the IUD is inserted. Taking aspirin or paracetemol, and holding a hot water bottle on your abdomen will help. If you have cramps, spotting or pain for more than a few days, tell your doctor.
You should not have intercourse, that is penis-in-vagina sex, for three days after the IUD is inserted because of the risk of infection. Nothing should go into your vagina during those three days for the same reason. That means no tampons, baths, swimming or spas for three days. You will need to go back to the doctor for a check up after six weeks. After that, you can have a check up when you have your Pap test every two years.
How is the Copper IUD removed?
The Copper IUD can stay in place from five to ten years, depending on the type. If you want to get pregnant or if you decide that you do not want to have the IUD any more for other reasons, it can be removed earlier.
You will need to see a doctor to have it removed. You will be given another internal examination. Then the doctor will use a special instrument to remove the IUD by gently pulling on the string that comes through the cervix into the vagina. This only takes a couple of minutes. Some women say it feels a bit uncomfortable but some women don’t feel much at all.
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