Remove IUD before 50????

iVillage Member
Registered: 09-03-2004
Remove IUD before 50????
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Sat, 07-22-2006 - 10:47am
Hi~
I went for my annual check-up with a new Dr., since my ins plan changed and my old Dr. is not in the new plan. I was very surprised when the new Dr told me my IUD (Paragard) should be removed before I turn 50. I'm 46 now. I have had the IUD since Oct. of 2004. My old Dr. never said a thing about not having it after 50. I was told it's good for 10 years and by then I wouldn't need to worry about birth control. Has anyone else ever heard that you should not have an IUD after 50??????????
iVillage Member
Registered: 12-30-2003
Sat, 07-22-2006 - 12:05pm

Hi swwg, welcome!


      Jill