You must visit a clinic in order to get an IUD inserted.
Most clinics require a full check-up prior to insertion.
The insertion procedure take between 5-15 minutes.
Most women feel some cramping during and after the insertion.
The
strings are present at the opening of the cervix and must be checked
each month to ensure that the IUD is still in place. This can be done
with fingers.
An IUD can be removed at any time by a health care provider and normal fertility returns shortly after.
It is highly effective
It is easy to use
Cost-effective method of birth control in the long run
Women who are breast feeding can use an IUD
Requires no daily attention
Nothing to put in place prior to vaginal sex
Immediately effective if inserted within 7 days after the start of your period
Decreases the menstrual blood flow and cramping
Reversible method of birth control
Very private form of birth control
Cannot be felt by sexual partners
Does not protect against STI’s and HIV/AIDS
There
are very serious health risks and side effects associated with the
hormonal IUD that must be discussed with a health care provider
Carries a small risk of spontaneous expulsion from the uterus which leaves you unprotected from pregnancy
May contain a risk for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) which may affect future fertility
Requires clinic visits
Expensive in the short run
Not a good choice if you are uncomfortable touching your vagina
