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