Will it hurt? How long will it take?

If you don't want to have children, you have to take contraceptive measures. There are two methods of contraception: long-term contraception and short-term contraception. IUD insertion is a long-term contraceptive. You can use an IUD for contraception when you don’t want a child, and you can remove it when you want one. It’s more flexible. We know that the IUD is inserted inside a woman's body, and the genitals are a very sensitive area, so we are worried that there will be intense pain. So, will it hurt and how long will it take?

Will it hurt to have the ring inserted?

IUD insertion is a long-term contraceptive measure. Many women who are preparing to have an IUD inserted want to know: Does it hurt? Does it hurt to wear an IUD? Generally speaking, IUD insertion does not cause pain. Most people now use painless IUD insertion, so there will be no pain during the whole process.

IUD placement depends on the individual and is not suitable for everyone. After the IUD is inserted, due to the mechanical pressure of the contraceptive device, some people will experience side effects such as bleeding, pain, secondary infection, and reproductive tract damage, among which uterine bleeding is the most common. Some women may also experience increased menstruation, prolonged menstrual periods, or bloody vaginal discharge. Studies have shown that this is due to the IUD stimulating the endometrium, causing tissue chemical changes and producing local coagulation disorders.

Common hazards of having an IUD inserted include pain in one lower limb or lower back. In addition, the IUD can only prevent normal pregnancy in the uterine cavity, but cannot prevent abnormal pregnancy outside the uterus (i.e. ectopic pregnancy). Therefore, a small number of women with IUD may experience ectopic pregnancy.

If severe discomfort symptoms occur after IUD insertion, such as heavy bleeding, gynecological inflammation, etc., the IUD may need to be temporarily removed and replaced at an appropriate time, or the IUD may need to be abandoned and other contraceptive methods adopted. It is normal to experience a small amount of vaginal bleeding, back pain, and lower abdominal pain after the IUD is inserted. Mild cases do not require treatment and will heal on their own in about a week.

How long does it take to get on the ring?

IUD insertion is a simple minor operation. Generally speaking, it takes about 10 minutes to complete, but it needs to be performed in a regular hospital.

The IUD achieves the purpose of contraception through mechanical stimulation and interference of chemical substances. It does not inhibit ovulation and does not affect the female endocrine system, thus avoiding the adverse reactions of general drug contraceptives. Best time to go to Sheung Wan:

1. Women with acute or chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, vaginitis, or sexually transmitted diseases should not have the IUD inserted. They should wait until they are cured and follow the doctor's advice to choose the right time to have the IUD inserted.

2. The time for IUD insertion is usually 3-7 days after the menstruation is over, because the endometrium is relatively thin at this time and is not easy to cause bleeding. After the menstruation is over, you should pay attention to keeping the vulva clean and hygienic, and sexual intercourse is prohibited. At the same time, go to the hospital for appropriate examinations, such as: gynecological examination, routine blood test. The person who has the ring removed needs to undergo peritoneal dialysis to check the position of the ring.

3. For women who have given birth to a full-term pregnancy, it is best to insert it three months after delivery. For breastfeeding women, it is best to insert the IUD after weaning, because the uterus can return to its normal size after weaning. However, a copper-molded contraceptive device, such as "Mother Joy", can also be placed during breastfeeding. It can be inserted six months after cesarean section, and it is best to insert it after menstruation after artificial abortion.