Coil Fittings. What is it? Can I use it? Most people with a womb can use an IUD. The IUD may not be suitable if you: think you might be pregnant have an untreated STI or a pelvic infection have problems with your womb or cervix have unexplained bleeding between periods or after sex People who have had any cardiac conditions must consult their GP or clinician before having an IUD fitted. What are the benefits? It protects against pregnancy for 5 or 10 years, depending on the type.
It does not interrupt sex. It's safe to use an IUD if you're breastfeeding. Your fertility returns as soon as the IUD is removed. It's not affected by other medicines. What are the disadvantages? Where can I get it? Contact us Please call to speak to someone on our team. Quick links to useful information Clinic locations.
Young people. I've been raped or sexually assaulted. It's sometimes called a "coil" or "copper coil". The copper alters the cervical mucus, which makes it more difficult for sperm to reach an egg and survive. It can also stop a fertilised egg from being able to implant itself. If you're 40 or over when you have an IUD fitted, it can be left in until you reach the menopause or you no longer need contraception.
An IUD can be fitted at any time during your menstrual cycle, as long as you're not pregnant. You'll be protected against pregnancy straight away. Before your IUD is fitted, a GP or nurse will check inside your vagina to check the position and size of your womb. You may be tested for any existing infections, such as STIs, and be given antibiotics. The appointment takes about 20 to 30 minutes, and fitting the IUD should take no longer than 5 minutes:.
Having an IUD fitted can be uncomfortable, and some people might find it painful, but you can have a local anaesthetic to help. Discuss this with a GP or nurse beforehand. Let the person fitting your IUD know if you feel any pain or discomfort while you are having it fitted.
You can ask to stop at any time. You may get period-type cramps afterwards, but painkillers can ease the cramps. You may also bleed for a few days after having an IUD fitted. Once your IUD has been fitted, you may be advised to get it checked by a GP after 3 to 6 weeks to make sure everything is fine.
See a GP if you or your partner are at risk of getting an STI, as this can lead to an infection in the pelvis. An IUD has 2 thin threads that hang down a little way from your womb into the top of your vagina. The GP or nurse that fits your IUD will teach you how to feel for these threads and check that it's still in place. Check your IUD is in place a few times in the first month and then after each period, or at regular intervals.
It's very unlikely that your IUD will come out, but if you cannot feel the threads or think it's moved, you may not be protected against pregnancy. See a GP or nurse straight away and use additional contraception, such as condoms, until your IUD has been checked. If you have had sex recently, you may need to use emergency contraception.
Your partner should not be able to feel your IUD during sex. If they can, see a GP or nurse for a check-up. If you're not having another IUD put in and do not want to get pregnant, use additional contraception, such as condoms, for 7 days before you have it removed. People who have had an ectopic pregnancy or who have an artificial heart valve must consult their GP or clinician before having an IUD fitted. An IUD can usually be fitted 4 weeks after giving birth vaginal or caesarean. You'll need to use alternative contraception from 3 weeks 21 days after the birth until the IUD is put in.
In some cases, an IUD can be fitted within 48 hours of giving birth. It's safe to use an IUD when you're breastfeeding, and it will not affect your milk supply. You'll be protected against pregnancy immediately.
Although an IUD is an effective method of contraception, there are some things to consider before having one fitted. There's a very small chance of getting a pelvic infection in the first 20 days after the IUD has been inserted.
You may be advised to have a check for any existing infections before an IUD is fitted. There's some limited evidence that if you have an IUD fitted, you may have a slightly higher chance of getting thrush that keeps coming back. You might want to think about trying a different type of contraception.
There's a small chance that the IUD can be rejected expelled by the womb or it can move displacement. If this happens, it's usually soon after it's been fitted.
You'll be taught how to check that your IUD is in place. In rare cases, an IUD can make a hole in the womb when it's put in. This is not common. This is more likely to happen soon after it has been put in. This is why your doctor or nurse will teach you how to check your coil threads every month and also arrange to check it for you 6 weeks after your fitting. If you're 40 or older when you have the IUD fitted, it can be left until you reach menopause or you no longer need contraception.
The non-hormonal coil IUD releases copper that creates an environment where sperm do not survive. The hormonal coil IUS releases a progestogen hormone, which thickens the mucus from the cervix opening of the womb , making it harder for sperm to move through it and reach an egg. It also causes the womb lining to become thinner and less likely to accept a fertilised egg. In some women, the IUS also stops the ovaries from releasing an egg ovulation , but most women will continue to ovulate.
Your partner shouldn't be able to feel your IUD during sexual activity. Your clinician may be able to cut the threads a little. You may have irregular bleeding patterns during the first few months of using the IUD. For some women their periods are heavier, longer or more painful.
While using the IUD you can use tampons, pads or a mooncup. STIs and pelvic infections need to be treated as soon as possible. It can be given by most sexual health clinics and some GPs. We use cookies, but in a good way.
Our cookies do not track or store identifiable data. Previous Next. Non-hormonal coil IUD. Why it works The IUD does not contain a hormone, but instead slowly releases copper, which prevents sperm from surviving in your cervix, uterus or fallopian tubes. Some women find the procedure to insert the IUD uncomfortable or painful.
How is the IUD fitted? The whole process should take about 5 minutes. The IUD works for contraception immediately after it is fitted. Does having an IUD fitted hurt? Read more about the coil fitting process.
Will I need to see the doctor again? What if I want to have the IUD removed? A coil can be removed at any time by a trained doctor or nurse. Can I use the IUD while breastfeeding? Could I get an infection from the procedure to fit the IUD?
If you have any of the following symptoms within a few days of having an IUD fitted, you should see your GP or clinician who fitted the IUD straight away: Have pain in your lower abdomen Have a high temperature Have a smelly discharge. Does the IUD increase my risk of cancer?
Are there any serious risks associated with the IUD? Is it possible for my body to reject the IUD?
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