I U D- would you reccomend it?
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| Tue, 04-03-2007 - 1:58am |
I have decided that I am done with hormone based birth control and would like some firsthand information about copper IUDs. The IUD's history of safety as a long-term and reversible birth control method appeal to me.
I do have my concerns though. I have a very irregular period when I am not on birth control pills.For example, I once did not have my period for 5 months straight, had a normal menstrual cycle for two consecutive months, and then I had my period every 2-4 months--very very odd cycle. I am concerned that I would not be able to tell if I got pregnant when on IUD due to my naturally irregular period. I have also never given birth and have heard that chances of IUD expulsion are greater in the circumstance.
If you have used or still use a copper IUD what do you like/dislike about them?
How painful is it to get put in? I have read that it feels like "cramps", but have a hard believing that. It seems like the insertion of the IUD would be more unpleasant than cramps.
Are the strings a nuisance? Can your partner feel the strings during intercourse?
What are the strings made of?? Are they thick, thin, like fishing string, tampon strings???? I have no idea!
How often do you have to check the strings?
Is it easy to tell if the strings have changed length or shifted? Does the IUD shift/ string length change occur often? How often does the IUD have to be adjusted?
How much is it to get an IUD? Are IUDs offered at clinics, like Planned Parenthood?
Please share any IUD experience you have ever had with me. It would really help me in my decision. Thank you for your time.

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