Question 1

what is use of colloidal copper ?

Accepted Answer

Let me explain: Copper is an essential mineral that body needs to support the health of your red blood cells, nerve fibers, bones and connective tissues. Copper is found in nuts, legumes, cereals, oysters, meat, potatoes and certain other vegetables. . Don’t take copper before first consulting your doctor.

Question 2

how long should i keep a copper loop?

Accepted Answer

Copper IUD's: are usually rated for up to ten years of contraceptive protection, be sure to discuss with your doctor, for specifics in your case

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: copper?

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A metal element: This is a reactive metal, one of the basic elements, which is incorporated in a variety of biochemical pathways in the body to catalyze many important functions.  It is rarely deficient but too much can lead to liver disease and brain problems in some uncommon diseases.

Question 4

is there anyone that has the copper i.u.d anymore\?

Accepted Answer

Many: Copper iuds are still in use although it is not as popular as one that contains progestin hormone (mirena).  Copper iud (paragard) is approved for 10 years of use as opposed to Mirena (levonorgestrel) which is approved for 5 years.  The main advantage of Mirena (levonorgestrel) is very light or no periods.  Paragard is associated with little heavier periods.

Question 5

low copper ? 
my copper is 63
normal is 72-166
anything to worry about ?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Not low enough to cause problems by itself (high is more concerning). Would suggest a multivitamin with high rda % of copper, check labels.

Question 6

how is misplaced copper t treated ?

Accepted Answer

See your : doctor to locate where it is located. Once seen will decide whether it needs to be removed.

Question 7

what is the copper iud?

Accepted Answer

What it implies: It is an intrauterine device primarily made of copper.

Question 8

hi is a plasma copper level of 106 low ?

Accepted Answer

Copper reference lev: 0-2 months: 0.40-1.40 mcg/ml   

3-6 months: 0.40-1.60 mcg/ml 

7-9 months: 0.40-1.70 mcg/ml 

10-12 months: 0.80-1.70 mcg/ml

13 months-10 years: 0.80-1.80 mcg/ml 

&gt; or =11 years: 0.75-1.45 mcg/ml
cus - clinical: copper, serum - mayo medical laboratories

these are in mcg/ml. Need to know 106-what? To interpret yours.



www.mayomedicallaboratories.com/test-catalog/clinical+and.../8612‎.

Question 9

can you take st john's wort with the copper coil?

Accepted Answer

St. John's wort: Several sites suggest it is safe to take st. John's wort if u have a copper iud without any compromise in contraceptive efficacy. St. John's wort used with oral contraceptives may reduce their efficiency.

Question 10

can st john's wort be used while using a copper t iud.

Accepted Answer

No problem: There is no reason to expect any negative interaction.

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