Question 1

are iuds dangerous for women who havent conceived? i want to put one but i was told that it would be dangerous for me.
if its not true should i use a hormonal or non hormonal one. 
ps: am 21y/o?

Accepted Answer

No: IUD’s are not dangerous in anyone except those who are not in a monogamous relationship and at risk for STDs or any other reason why you should not get one

Question 2

chlamydia in 2017 2019 tested positive for ureaplasma twice doctor didn't mention it& inserted iud.2021 was treatedfor ureaplasma. have pain in my lower abdomen,bad smelling thick white discharge,painful sex.ultrasound showed plump ovaries,is it pid?

Accepted Answer

: Your doctor was right to not mention your positive test results for Ureaplasma:  it is a normal bacteria; it's in the genital tract of half of all people your age. It is not the cause of your discharge or lower abdominal pain. Foul smelling discharge usually is due to bacterial vaginosis, an overgrowth of mostly normal bacteria. Usually it responds to metronidazole. Good luck.

Question 3

i had my non hormonal iud removed after a week of having it..and my period started out with light..not even needing to wear a pad now its heavy im on day 7..should i worry?

Accepted Answer

IUD ?'s: If the IUD was removed prior to ovulation in the cycle described, pregnancy is possible, and may occur outside the uterus (ectopic).  Obtain a serum HCG test to make certain about pregnancy, and see your gyn physician immediately if the test is positive. If the test is negative, and the bleeding persists, see your gyn physician for an exam and other testing.

Question 4

copper iud is said to be effective but is there a possibility of copper toxicity? i want a non hormonal birth control.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: If  a woman is not allergic to copper and does not have a pre-exisiting copper exposure that has increased her level of copper, then it is not likely that the Copper T would cause any toxicity problems.

Question 5

i have a copper iud but need to start taking the pill for non-contraceptive purposes. can i leave the non-hormonal iud in while on the pill?

Accepted Answer

Yes, leave it in: You can definitely use hormonal contraception while an iud is in place. Especially if you are not sure how long you will need the other treatment. Copper iuds last a very long time, and it would be a shame to remove it if you were otherwise happy using it.

Question 6

does coppert non-hormonal iud cause continuous spotting extending to a month, with a history of insulin resistant pcod?

Accepted Answer

Initially normal: The copper T does not interact with any of the hormonal regulation and pathways of the body or any metabolic processes. It is normal to have unusual spotting or cramping in the first month but eventually calms down. After a year plus you may have no periods at all.

Question 7

i have a copper iud and i have been getting heavy 10 day periods here in australia they don't have lysteda is there any non hormonal med i could take?

Accepted Answer

NSAID: You can try on OTC NSAID, such as ibuprophen. If you start it before you start your period and take it around the clock, it may help. I usually recommend 600 mg every 6 hours.

Question 8

with an iud i was told that the hormones do not enter your bloodstream but stay in the uterus, is this true or should i stick with the non-hormonal?

Accepted Answer

Hormone IUD's: Hormone IUD's usually contain progesterone or its derivatives and in fact do remain inside the uterus to prevent the endometrium(lining of the womb) from growing thereby preventing conception implantation. Contraceptive choices are based on the will and personal preferences of the patient and the desire for levels of effectiveness, in other words-your choice(s).

Question 9

dear dr.
i have used the nuvaring as contraceptive since dec but i have too many side effects. i originally wanted the copper iud since i prefer non-hormonal options.
please adivce if the copper iud has to be inserted by a gyn or gp?

Accepted Answer

Contraceptive: Good morning, it’s unfortunate that you are having many side effects with the Nuva ring.   To insert the copper IUD (Paraguard) you must be properly trained and either a GYN or GP can insert the IUD.

Question 10

i had a dvt which caused massive pulmonary embolus two years ago. what non-hormonal birth control methods are avalable? iud was tried and unsuccesful.

Accepted Answer

Several: For someone such as you describe  considerations could include
abstinence
tubal ligation
hysterectomy
for the one partner: vasectomy
condoms etc
see a  gynecologist for a full set of options

it sounds lie your DVT and pe were truly life threatening.

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Should I go to the doctors after painful sex and the pain is continuing I have a non hormonal iud in place

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Are iuds dangerous for women who havent conceived? i want to put one but i was told that it would be dangerous for me. if its not true should i use a hormonal or non hormonal one. ps: am 21y/o?

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Chlamydia in 2017 2019 tested positive for ureaplasma twice doctor didn't mention it& inserted iud.2021 was treatedfor ureaplasma. have pain in my lower abdomen,bad smelling thick white discharge,painful sex.ultrasound showed plump ovaries,is it pid?

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I had my non hormonal iud removed after a week of having it..and my period started out with light..not even needing to wear a pad now its heavy im on day 7..should i worry?

A member asked:

Copper iud is said to be effective but is there a possibility of copper toxicity? i want a non hormonal birth control.

A member asked:

I have a copper iud but need to start taking the pill for non-contraceptive purposes. can i leave the non-hormonal iud in while on the pill?

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Does coppert non-hormonal iud cause continuous spotting extending to a month, with a history of insulin resistant pcod?

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I have a copper iud and i have been getting heavy 10 day periods here in australia they don't have lysteda is there any non hormonal med i could take?

A member asked:

With an iud i was told that the hormones do not enter your bloodstream but stay in the uterus, is this true or should i stick with the non-hormonal?

A member asked:

Dear dr. i have used the nuvaring as contraceptive since dec but i have too many side effects. i originally wanted the copper iud since i prefer non-hormonal options. please adivce if the copper iud has to be inserted by a gyn or gp?

A member asked:

I had a dvt which caused massive pulmonary embolus two years ago. what non-hormonal birth control methods are avalable? iud was tried and unsuccesful.

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