What are the precautions before and after the IUD

IUD insertion and removal surgery are both minimally invasive gynecological surgeries, but they will also cause certain damage to the uterus. Women will have bleeding for one or two days after the IUD operation, but it is normal. Women should take care of their body maintenance and medical care after the IUD is inserted. So, what are the common problems after having an IUD inserted? The following editor will give you a detailed introduction.

What are the common problems after having an IUD inserted?

The IUD (intrauterine contraceptive ring) is a contraceptive method that is simple to insert and remove, has reasonable safety, and does not affect the couple's sexual life. It is one of the most common contraceptive methods for women of childbearing age in my country. So, what are the common problems after having an IUD inserted? Let me give you a detailed introduction below.

1. Maintain hygiene

IUD placement is a surgical procedure. In order to prevent infection, you should keep your vulva clean after the operation, wash your lower body with warm water and change your underwear every night. Within half a month, it is strictly forbidden to have sexual intercourse (this requires the close cooperation of the man) and take a bath in a tub (but you can take a shower or a sponge bath) to maintain the hygiene of the vagina and avoid cross infection.

2. Take a break

After the ring is put in place, the cervix is ​​relatively loose and the ring is easy to fall off, so you should rest for two days after the ring is put in. It is not suitable for physical labor or high-intensity activities within a week. When going to the toilet, try to avoid holding your breath too hard to prevent the ring from coming off due to a sudden increase in abdominal pressure.

3. Pay attention and observe

Within a few days after the placement of the ring (mainly the first three days), there may be a small amount of vaginal bleeding, mild lower abdominal discomfort (such as back pain and a feeling of heaviness), and excessive vaginal discharge (this is caused by surgical trauma or reflex compression of the contraceptive ring or rupture of small blood vessels in the uterine wall). These symptoms usually disappear on their own and do not require treatment. If the bleeding is heavy or lasts for more than a week, especially if you have abdominal pain or fever, go to the hospital immediately.

4. Beware of hidden pregnancy

The IUD is not a 100% effective contraceptive measure, and a very small number of women may get pregnant with the IUD. Therefore, if amenorrhea occurs during the period of wearing the ring, especially when accompanied by nausea, vomiting, picky eating, etc., you should go to the hospital for examination as soon as possible and take preventive measures.

5. Consult now

During the wearing process, if you find abnormal symptoms such as excessive menstruation, prolonged menstruation, or severe low back pain for a long time (especially for more than one year), you should consult a relevant doctor and get symptomatic treatment in time.

6. Regular follow-up

The follow-up time is generally in the first month after the IUD insertion, when you go to the hospital for a physical examination after the menstrual period ends; and then have a follow-up visit once every three months (or half a year) and one year; and then once a year thereafter (those who have had the IUD inserted should go to the hospital or designated area in the community for "IUD checks" on time).