A member asked:

How can i tell if i am allergic to copper because i want the iud its the one i want because it has no hormones i only want this one?

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Dr. David Miller answered

Very rare: If you can handle pennies without a problem then you're likely not allergic to copper, which is a fairly rare allergy. If you are really concerned about this, it would be reasonable to be tested by an allergist prior to getting the paraguard iud.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Bhavin Patel answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Patch test: Have a board certified allergist patch test you to the product first.

Dr Namey agreed

Answered 6/15/2015

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A member asked:

How can i tell if i am allergic to copper because i want the iud its the one i want because it has no hormones i only want this one?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Miller answered

Dr. Bhavin Patel answered

Dr Namey agreed

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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?

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Copper t placed 8 months ago & had no problems .Now spotting between periods , lower back ache. Sudden weight gain 3 mos back.hormonal imbalance /iud?

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I have a copper T iud -I've had bleeding and cramping for over a week(not period related) -gp confirmed blood pregnancy test negative, iud in place. What could be wrong? Should I make a gynae appointment, or is it just hormonal imbalance?

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