Copper Iud

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Ok, I've been thinking it over, and wen't to see my doctor today...
I have been on the pill but I found it made me gain weight.
I'm in a relationship so STI's arn't a concern so we decided I'd get a IUD fitted...
I've read the books and some online sites, but none really tell you how it's done and if it hurts. Anyone care to elaborate? Any experiences to share?
Thanks x x x

Reply 1

33.33.33

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there's a good bit about it in the health and relationships FAQ bit :smile:

Reply 2

wendizzle22

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I've read that doctors and family planning clinics are relatively reluctant to give young girls the copper IUD if they haven't had children yet. This is due to increased risk of pelvic infection which could lead to it being more difficult to get pregnant in the future.
Have you considered the implant or injection? They contain no oestrogen unlike the pill, so might not make you gain weight - though it's different with everyone of course.

Reply 3

RetiredAccount89

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-sophie-

Ok, I've been thinking it over, and wen't to see my doctor today...
I have been on the pill but I found it made me gain weight.
I'm in a relationship so STI's arn't a concern so we decided I'd get a IUD fitted...
I've read the books and some online sites, but none really tell you how it's done and if it hurts. Anyone care to elaborate? Any experiences to share?
Thanks x x x

I really can't advise you enough to try the mini-pill - thats a progesterone only pill first, and heres why.
1) the IUD like someone mentioned increases your risk of pelvic infection a bit, and also can cause damage simply due to the reaction against it. this can lead to reduced fertility long term, and an increased risk of ectopic pregnancies.
2) heres the kicker you might not have realised - copper IUDs always increase your menstrual flow by anything from 50% to 100%. the pill - both combined and porgesterone only have the opposite effect in general.

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