I want an IUD

iVillage Member
Registered: 10-14-2003
I want an IUD
2
Fri, 09-17-2004 - 1:43am
I am 26 years old, in a monogamous relationship, have had normal paps, and STD free. I have been on the pill off and on for seven years, steadily for the past four years. I want to stop taking the pill. I have zero sex drive, and I hate putting the hormones in to my body. My contact lenses are constantly irritated as a side effect of the pill, I have gained enough weight that I am uncomfortable with myself, and I am sick of being a human science experiment. My doc told me that I am a perfect candidate for an IUD(my uterus is big enough, my cervix is in good shape, my health is good, no children...etc.) I am dying to get off the pill!!!! I want to want sex again!!!!! But, I would appreciate it if some women here with situations similar to mine could tell me thier stories. I just want to know that I am in good company. Thanks!
iVillage Member
Registered: 07-04-2003
In reply to: crsuazo
Fri, 09-17-2004 - 1:03pm
Hi there Crsuazo,


I was in your exact same situation, plus 2 years of age, and I just had my IUD inserted 1 week and 1 day ago. So far, I am loving my IUD! Here are two links that I posted about my getting the IUD:


IUD run-around! *grumble*

Update about my IUD


If you have more questions, I would be more than happy to answer what I can. You can post here or mail me via my profile. Best of luck to you.






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iVillage Member
Registered: 05-15-2004
In reply to: crsuazo
Fri, 09-17-2004 - 10:17pm
I was also in your same place. I hated the pills and their side effects but wanted something I didn't have to think about and that was very effective. I choose the copper IUD to avoid all hormones. I am very happy with my choice, I have had it for since April. My periods are back to normal now with a little cramping (I had none without BCP) but nothing bad. I think that is a small price to pay for no worries and a sex drive.

Good Luck with your decision, it was worth it for me.