Question 1

what is the difference between the two types of iuds?

Accepted Answer

Hormone vs no hormon: Hormone-iud such as Mirena (levonorgestrel) is designed to slowly/steadily release a tiny amount of hormone during the intended period--about 3 yrs. Non-hormone iud: paragard is made of copper and works by creating a sterile inflammation thus preventing implantation. This iud can be used for up to 10 yrs. If you are considering such, consult doc. Good luck.

Question 2

what is the experience usually like when iuds are expelled? i don't understand how so many women don't even notice it.

Accepted Answer

Look in the toilet: Expulsion can be cramys or not. Some woman don't notice  it coming out with menstrual flow into the toilet.

Question 3

do iuds cause spontaneous abortions?

Accepted Answer

Possible: If you're pregnant with an iud in place it's recommended to remove it asap due to risks of miscarriage or septic abortion. Having an iud removed and then conceiving does not increase the miscarriage rate. I hope that helps.

Question 4

are copper iuds safe for wilson's disease patients?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Speak with your wilson's specialist first. Then it might be best to have patch testing with an allergist to see if you react to the copper. Very likely it is safe, but there are other alternatives.....Why take the chance?

Question 5

can you tell me, are women with iuds more prone to infections?

Accepted Answer

Probably not...: ...at least not serious infections. When IUDs were new, they seemed to predispose to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID, fallopian tube infection). It turned out this was a problem for just one type, the Dalkon Shield, no longer on the market. IUDs today rarely cause serious infections. But to be safe, if a vaginal infection, STD, etc is present, insertion is delayed until cured.

Question 6

i need some info on the iud (intrauterine device). is there a noncommercial site?

Accepted Answer

See below: http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/unintendedpregnancy/contraception.htm.  The cdc and fda provide excellent, nonbiased advice on many health issues, including the iud (an excellent form of contraception).

Question 7

how do the copper iuds (paraguard) work?

Accepted Answer

Inflamation: The IUD causes inflammation in the uterus which causes the sperm to not survive.

Question 8

are iuds  a major cause of ovarian cysts?

Accepted Answer

No: Iuds generally don't have any effect on the ovary.

Question 9

do hormonal iuds cause depression or do they not?

Accepted Answer

: IUD's with "hormonal content" will assist in making the device more certain in prevention of pregnancy, but the local effects of hormone content are too low to have significan systemic effects via blood content.

Question 10

can iuds cause weight gain? and if so, what's the best way to keep the weight off?

Accepted Answer

Possible weight gain: Iud's with hormones, such as mirena, (levonorgestrel) can cause weight gain. Follow a healthy diet and exercise regimen; you may need to be a little more careful than you have been in the past to 'make up' for the tendency to gain weight.

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