Will I get pregnant unexpectedly if I have an IUD?

There are many methods of contraception. If you don't want to have a child, you must take contraceptive measures. Contraceptive methods are generally divided into two types: short-term contraception and long-term contraception. The IUD is a long-term contraceptive method for women. Although wearing an IUD can provide long-term contraception, some people still worry about unexpected pregnancy after having the IUD inserted. So, will having an IUD lead to an unexpected pregnancy? Let’s take a look below.

Will I get pregnant unexpectedly after having an IUD inserted?

The main reasons for unexpected pregnancy after IUD insertion are as follows:

1. The intrauterine contraceptive ring is a foreign body to the uterus. It can induce uterine contraction and cause the ring to move downward and fall off. As time goes by, the uterus gradually adapts to this stimulation, the rejection decreases, and the shedding rate decreases.

2. If the model of the IUD does not match the size and shape of the uterus, or if the IUD is twisted, deformed, or even broken, it will not be able to achieve normal contraceptive effect.

3. If the IUD is placed too low, too close to the cervix, it will not be able to inhibit the implantation and development of the fertilized egg.

4. If the IUD is left in place for too long and not replaced in time, the endometrium will be exfoliated month after month, causing the ring to fall off or move downward.

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.