Is bleeding normal after having an IUD inserted?

Anhuan is an intrauterine device (IUD) that has been used as a birth control method in China for a long time. Many people who do not want to have children in the short term will adopt this long-term contraceptive method. IUD insertion is a very minor operation and generally does not have a major impact on a woman's body. However, some women are worried about bleeding after having an IUD inserted. So, is bleeding normal after having an IUD inserted? Let’s take a look below.

The IUD is a safe and simple long-term contraceptive measure that can generally be left in place for more than 10 years without any side effects. There may be a little bleeding within one week after the placement of the ring. This bleeding is mostly caused by scratching the cervical canal or the endometrium of the uterine cavity during the placement of the ring. The bleeding will stop after the wound heals.

If bleeding occurs after IUD insertion, you should pay attention to the amount of bleeding, bleeding time, and whether there are any other discomforts, etc. How long is normal bleeding after IUD insertion?

1. Within one week after the IUD is inserted, if the amount of blood does not exceed the menstrual volume, it is considered normal.

IUD insertion is a safe contraceptive method used by women today, but all female friends know that there will be bleeding after the insertion. So, how long is normal bleeding after IUD insertion? A small amount of bleeding in a short period of time after IUD insertion is due to the abrasion of the endometrium when the contraceptive ring is placed. Bleeding after IUD insertion lasts about a week, and the amount of blood does not exceed the menstrual volume. It is considered normal and no treatment is required. If bleeding continues after a week, it may be caused by maladaptation or infection. You should seek medical attention promptly and take appropriate measures to avoid adverse reactions.

2. Within three months after the IUD is inserted, it is normal to have more frequent and prolonged menstrual periods.

A common side effect of having an IUD inserted into a woman is bleeding. There may be temporary changes in menstruation after the IUD is inserted. Some women will experience increased menstruation, some will have prolonged menstruation and spotting, and some will have leucorrhea mixed with blood and in large amounts. Experts say that this is due to the IUD stimulating the endometrium, causing tissue chemical changes and local coagulation disorders, which is a normal phenomenon. The incidence of bleeding is also related to the material of the contraceptive ring. Plastic and copper-containing contraceptive rings have a higher incidence of bleeding, metal rings have a lower incidence, and those containing progesterone have the lowest. The general adaptation period is about three months. 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. However, if the symptoms are severe, such as bleeding exceeding the menstrual volume and the bleeding time is too long, you need to go to the hospital for examination and timely treatment.

Most people will experience more or less bleeding after having an IUD inserted. In addition to an increase in menstrual blood volume, there will also be spotting after menstruation and bloody vaginal discharge. Most people will gradually get better and return to normal after a period of time. How long the bleeding lasts after the IUD is inserted is not certain. It depends on your situation, but it usually will not exceed 15 days. If it lasts too long, you should go to the hospital for a follow-up visit in time and then receive symptomatic treatment. In addition, the pregnancy should be checked every 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year after the insertion. If all is normal, check once a year.