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If you get an iud and get it out two years later will that form of birth control cause any future birth defects to our children?

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Dr. Carlos Jesurun answered

No: The effect of that form of birth control is not long-lasting. There should be no influence upon the pregnancy or fetus.

Answered 1/2/2015

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A member asked:

If you get an iud and get it out two years later will that form of birth control cause any future birth defects to our children?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carlos Jesurun answered

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