How long does it take to insert the IUD after cesarean section?

Cesarean section is a way of giving birth for women. It is a method of delivery used for women whose fetus is too large or whose vagina is too small. Compared with natural birth, cesarean section has greater side effects on the female body. Therefore, there are many things that women should not do after a cesarean section. IUD insertion is one of them. So how long after a caesarean section is it appropriate to have an IUD insertion? The following is a detailed introduction.

It is recommended to wait at least half a year after cesarean section before inserting an IUD, as it takes sufficient time for the uterus to recover.

Cause Analysis

Cesarean section causes great trauma to the uterus, and it takes a certain amount of time for the wound to heal and function to recover. If the IUD is inserted too early, the chance of the IUD falling off and continuous bleeding after insertion will be greatly increased. It takes at least half a year for the uterus to return to normal after a cesarean section. During this time, the IUD will not have a significant impact on the uterus.

Precautions

After cesarean section, you should develop good living habits, avoid catching cold, avoid eating cold food, and avoid overwork. Return to the hospital for a color Doppler ultrasound examination about 42 days after the operation to understand the recovery of the uterus and wound. Pay attention to eating less seafood and spicy food after the operation to prevent wound infection.

The IUD is a device that is placed inside the uterine cavity of women of childbearing age. It achieves the purpose of abortion and contraception through mechanical stimulation and interference of chemical substances. It does not inhibit ovulation and does not affect the female endocrine system, thus avoiding the adverse reactions of general drug contraceptives. After years of practical improvement, most of the IUDs currently used in clinical practice are copper-containing or drug-containing IUDs. The stent materials are plastic, polyethylene, memory alloy, etc., and the shapes are not single, including round, T-shaped, V-shaped, Y-shaped and chain-shaped. IUDs made of different materials and in different shapes have their own characteristics, and therefore can be suitable for women with different physiques and needs. Before getting an IUD, women can choose an IUD that suits them based on their physical condition.

Precautions after IUD insertion: 1. Do not do heavy physical labor within one week, avoid adding abdominal pressure, and avoid sexual intercourse and tub bathing within two weeks. 2. Keep the vulva clean, wash it every day, and change underwear frequently. 3. You should receive follow-up visits from medical staff during the first menstruation after the insertion of the IUD and in the 3rd, 6th and 12th months after the insertion, and have 1-2 check-ups each year thereafter. 4. After the IUD is inserted, a small amount of vaginal bleeding, back pain, lower abdominal distension and pain may occur. Mild cases can be left untreated. Severe symptoms such as bleeding exceeding the menstrual volume should be diagnosed and treated in time. If you find that the uterus is prolapsed or you have any pregnancy symptoms, you should go to the family planning service center or hospital for examination in time. 5. All kinds of rings have a certain service life. T copper rings are 8-10 years, mother rings are 5 years, and copper palace rings are more than 10 years. When the IUD you have installed has reached its service life, you should replace it under the guidance of your doctor, or use other contraceptive methods. Within 3-7 days after menstruation ends. 6. Older women should contact medical staff within six months to one year after their menstruation stops and have the IUD removed in time.