Can I get pregnant unexpectedly after having an IUD inserted?

IUD insertion is a contraceptive method chosen by many women. Many women think that after inserting the IUD, they can achieve the purpose of contraception once and for all, so they don’t pay attention to taking care of their bodies in life. This idea is incorrect. Any contraceptive method has certain shortcomings. Unexpected pregnancy may occur after the IUD is inserted. There are many reasons for unexpected pregnancy after the IUD is inserted, so everyone must pay special attention.

Can I get pregnant unexpectedly after having an IUD inserted?

Will I get pregnant unexpectedly after having an IUD inserted?

Reasons for unexpected pregnancy after IUD insertion

1. Displacement of the IUD

Because everyone's physical condition is different, some women may have a larger uterus. The shape of the IUD is not suitable for the woman's uterus when it is placed or the position is not appropriate, which can easily cause the IUD to fall off accidentally. If the IUD is displaced, it may cause an unexpected pregnancy.

2. Wrong model

There are many types of IUDs, and their sizes and materials are different. If the size of the IUD chosen by a woman is not suitable for the size of her uterine cavity, it is likely to affect the contraceptive effect. The IUD may also be twisted and deformed after being worn for a long time, so an unexpected pregnancy may occur.

3. Physical reasons

If a woman wears an IUD for a long time, it may stimulate her uterus and cause the cervix to secrete some special hormones. These hormones are not conducive to the successful implantation of the fertilized egg. Some women have special physical constitutions. After the IUD is placed, the endometrium may not respond accordingly, which will cause the fertilized egg to implant successfully, leading to an unexpected pregnancy.

What to do if you get pregnant unexpectedly after having an IUD inserted

After getting pregnant with an IUD, the chance of a smooth delivery of the fetus is very low. During the pregnancy, symptoms such as premature birth, miscarriage, infection, bleeding, and early placental abruption may occur. If it is an ectopic pregnancy, it will directly affect the intellectual and physical development of the fetus. Therefore, children conceived after IUD insertion are generally not kept, and the pregnancy should be terminated in a timely manner using appropriate methods to ensure the health and safety of the mother.

Precautions for abnormal situations after IUD insertion

1. Be alert to menstrual abnormalities

If after having an IUD inserted, your menstrual flow increases significantly, your menstrual period prolongs significantly, or you have frequent small amounts of bleeding, you should pay attention.

Generally speaking, there is always a small amount of bleeding after the ring is placed, but it will not exceed one week. If the bleeding lasts for more than a week, or the amount of bleeding is as much as menstrual flow, it is an abnormal reaction. If there is heavy bleeding, abdominal pain, or fever, you should go to the hospital for examination and treatment.

2. Situations where you need to go to the hospital promptly

When the following situations occur, such as severe abdominal pain, fever, pain in the pelvic area, increased vaginal secretions such as leucorrhea; menstruation has not stopped or there is a possibility of pregnancy; the IUD falls off; pain during sexual intercourse; excessive bleeding or irregular bleeding or continuous bleeding, etc., you should go to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment immediately, and the IUD should be removed if necessary.