How often should a woman change her IUD?

Most people think that condoms are a very simple contraceptive measure. Actually, it is not. There is a method of contraception that is safer and simpler than condoms. It is the IUD. So how often should a woman change her IUD?

1. Different contraceptive rings stay in the human body for different periods of time. Stainless steel plate rings can generally last up to 20 years in the human body, and the stainless steel wire still has some of its original properties and can be used until a woman reaches menopause before being removed. There will not be much difficulty in removing the IUD, as the woman's uterus has already shrunk. But it is difficult for some people to take it off.

2. A mixed ring of metal and plastic. This type of contraceptive ring is very prone to brittleness. It will become hard or deformed after a long time, and in serious cases it will continue to rupture. Therefore, the placement time is relatively short, and it is generally better to replace it every 3 to 5 years.

3. Copper contraceptive rings, most of which are made of stainless steel or copper wire wrapped around plastic. The contraceptive ring with a plastic support frame can be placed in the uterus for 3 to 5 years. Contraceptive rings made of this material are very prone to embrittlement. If the contraceptive ring is made of stainless steel, it can be placed in the uterus for 8 to 10 years.

The placement time of the contraceptive ring in the uterus is determined by the material of the contraceptive ring. When women wear contraceptive rings, they can choose the appropriate contraceptive ring according to their actual requirements.

Common problems after IUD insertion

1. Take adequate rest and avoid heavy physical work. Generally, you need to rest for 1-2 days after the ring is placed, and you don't need to do heavy physical work within a week to prevent the ring from falling off and causing bleeding.

2. Pay attention to hygiene and prevent infection. After the IUD is placed, the vulva should be cleaned every day to keep it clean. There is no need to take a bath in a basin within 2 weeks, and there is no need to have sex within 2 weeks to prevent infection.

3. Pay attention to vaginal bleeding and the falling of the ring. If you find that your vaginal bleeding is heavy, more than twice the normal amount of menstrual blood or the bleeding lasts for a long time, or if there is a significant change in your menstrual cycle, you should go for a check-up in time. During the first three months, you should also pay attention to whether the ring has fallen off.

4. Regular maintenance. Generally, the first check-up after the placement of the ring is after the first menstruation, the second check-up is within 3-6 months after the placement of the ring, and the third check-up is a follow-up visit 12 months after the placement of the ring, and then a follow-up visit once a year.

5. Possible adverse reactions after insertion of the IUD. If the menstrual flow increases significantly after the ring is placed, the menstrual period increases significantly, or there is frequent small amount of bleeding, as well as severe back pain and abdominal pain, these are all abnormal conditions.

6. Pay attention to supplementing nutrients. Appropriately increase nutrition, especially eat more foods rich in iron, such as lean meat, liver, kidney, eggs and other foods. You can also eat more legumes, increase vegetables and fresh vegetables. Generally, through the above reasonable diet, you can effectively avoid the physical loss caused to the body by the side effects of IUD.