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A member asked:
Are there side effects to using the copper iud?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Bleeding: Some patients will experience an increase in menstrual flow.
Answered 1/18/2012
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Some mild: Mild to moderate cramps during the first couple of days after insertion. Could cause moderate to severe menstrual cramps, irregular bleeding that can vary from spotting to heavy periods.
Answered 3/9/2015
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Minimal: The CopperIUD is one of the BEST forms of birth control available. It is non-hormonal (no effect on fertility/acne/headaches/nausea/wt gain/bloating/blood clots) and VERY safe (except if you have Wilson's dz/Copper allergy). The only risk is a heavier period and complications w/ insertion (RARE). It is immediately effective to prevent pregnancy but does not protect against STIs.
Answered 5/26/2015
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