When should I wear the IUD?

The IUD can be said to be a contraceptive method that is commonly chosen by everyone. However, because people don’t know much about IUDs, some problems may arise when wearing them. Does anyone know when is the best time to wear an IUD? In fact, the best time to wear it is when there are no new family members, to avoid removing the IUD just because you want to have a child, which would affect pregnancy.

Because the ring is small and located deep in the vagina, there is no obvious foreign body sensation during intercourse and it has no effect on sexual life.

If there is any impact, the ring can be removed during sexual intercourse and reinserted after intercourse. This will not affect the contraceptive effect.

It is best to insert the IUD 3 to 7 days after the menstrual period ends. If an IUD is inserted after an artificial abortion, the depth of the uterine cavity should be controlled to be less than 10 cm. The IUD should be placed during lactation at least 3 months after delivery, and 6 months after cesarean section. If it is a spontaneous abortion, it would be appropriate to resume normal menstruation at least once.

At present, copper intrauterine devices are the clinically preferred contraceptive ring in my country. After the contraceptive ring is placed in the uterine cavity, the body and the endometrium have an adaptation process. Some people may experience side effects such as increased vaginal discharge, bloody vaginal discharge, increased menstrual flow, irregular menstrual cycle and lower abdominal discomfort after the insertion of the IUD. Most of these symptoms disappear naturally within three months to six months and have little impact on the body. However, if the aseptic operation is not strict, the technique is unskilled, the placement is improper or the action is rough, it may cause serious complications, such as uterine perforation, ectopic pregnancy, intrauterine contraceptive device displacement, infection (endometritis, adnexitis, etc.), irregular bleeding and menstrual disorders, all of which may result in infertility. The contraceptive effect of the contraceptive ring will be immediately taken effect after it is placed, and the contraceptive effect will disappear immediately after it is removed.

According to clinical observations, many women become pregnant again shortly after having their IUD removed. Therefore, if you plan to become pregnant, you should remove the contraceptive ring in time. Except for the serious complications mentioned above, it will generally not cause infertility. If there are no side effects or complications, the metal IUD can be placed for 8 to 10 years, the plastic IUD can be placed for 3 to 5 years, and the medicated IUD can be placed for 1 year. After removal, a new one should be replaced immediately.