What should I pay attention to before getting an IUD inserted?

Basically every woman will install an IUD after giving birth. This is mainly to achieve the purpose of effective contraception and avoid unwanted pregnancy. However, there are many precautions that women need to be aware of before having an IUD inserted, otherwise it may cause adverse symptoms such as persistent vaginal bleeding. The editor will explain each point in detail below.

1. Avoid sexual intercourse before IUD insertion: Women should not have sexual intercourse for at least 3 days before IUD insertion to prevent bacteria from invading the female vagina, causing gynecological inflammation, and affecting the implementation of the IUD insertion operation. In addition, women should pay special attention to the cleanliness of the vulva before having an IUD inserted. They should wash the vulva and surrounding skin frequently every day and change their underwear frequently to keep the vulva dry and clean to prevent bacterial infection.

2. Pay attention to the time of IUD insertion: The first thing women should pay attention to before IUD insertion is to choose the best time. Generally speaking, the best time to insert an IUD is within 3-7 days after the menstruation is completely over. During this period, the ovaries will stop ovulating, new endometrium is being formed, and the chance of pregnancy is very small, so some women also call this period the "safe period". Inserting an IUD during the safe period can avoid the adverse situation of "inserting an IUD while pregnant".

3. Preoperative examination: It is best for women to undergo a more detailed preoperative examination before undergoing IUD insertion to confirm whether their physical condition is suitable for the surgery. Women with gynecological diseases such as vaginitis, cervicitis, cervical erosion and women with systemic diseases such as severe anemia and heart disease should not undergo IUD insertion to avoid serious infection.

Here I have explained all the things that women should pay attention to before having an IUD inserted. If you plan to have an IUD inserted, you must strictly follow these instructions to prevent unnecessary accidents. At the same time, you should also pay attention to your own reactions after placement, and get checked in time if any abnormalities occur.