Is it normal to have lower abdominal pain and back pain after having an IUD inserted?

IUD insertion is a way for women to achieve permanent contraception, but in real life, many women do not feel how smooth the procedure is after having the IUD inserted, and sometimes they even get sick because of it. Therefore, you must consider carefully before having an IUD inserted, because it can sometimes cause harm to the body, especially if it is inserted irregularly. So, is it normal to have lower abdominal pain and backache after IUD insertion?

Side effects of IUD:

1. Increased vaginal discharge: If you use an intrauterine device with a tail thread, it will cause increased cervical secretions. If your vaginal discharge increases and you also experience abdominal pain, fever, and other discomforts, you should seek medical attention immediately.

2. Back pain or lower abdominal pain: After the IUD is inserted, the IUD will cause uterine contractions, resulting in mild lower abdominal pain and back pain.

3. Minor bleeding: 3-4 days after the IUD is inserted, the IUD will cause the uterus to contract and scratch the cervical canal lining, resulting in bleeding. Generally speaking, if the amount of bleeding is not large, no treatment is required and it will recover within a week.

4. Infection: In order to avoid infection, the doctor will strictly disinfect the female vagina, vulva, endometrium and other parts when inserting the IUD to avoid infection. However, women may become infected if they have sex too early after the IUD is placed, have frequent sex, or have a history of genital tract inflammation.

5. Increased menstrual volume: This mainly occurs in the first three months after IUD insertion. Women’s menstrual cycle will be prolonged and irregular spotting will occur. =

6. Cause discomfort to the male: The tail thread of the intrauterine contraceptive device used by the female may be too hard or too long, which may cause pain or even injury to the male during intercourse. A doctor is needed to change the length of the tail thread.

The above situations are normal side effects, but if the symptoms are more serious, you need to go to the hospital for examination and treatment. If the treatment is ineffective, you need to remove the intrauterine contraceptive device and use other contraceptive methods. Also pay attention to the following precautions after the ring:

1. Regular check-up: Go to the hospital for a check-up in the first, third, and sixth months after the IUD is inserted, and at least once a year thereafter.

2. Avoid sexual intercourse: Couples should refrain from sexual intercourse one week before and two weeks after IUD insertion.

3. Prevent infection: Do not take a bath in a tub within 4 weeks. You can use a shower or sponge bath to prevent bacteria from entering the vagina and causing infection. Avoid underwater work and jumping activities within 5 weeks.

4. Whether the menstrual period is on time: If you find that you have not had your period for 1-2 months, you need to be alert to whether you are pregnant. You should go to the hospital as soon as possible to do an IUD reexamination and a pregnancy test to confirm the diagnosis.

5. Pregnancy with an IUD: Once it is confirmed that you are pregnant with an IUD, go to the hospital for an abortion as soon as possible, because if you wait more than three months, only induced labor can be performed, which will cause great harm to your body.