IUD’s or intrauterine devices have become popular in the recent years because of it is a long-lasting reversible contraceptive. IUD’s are placed in the uterus which can help in avoiding pregnancy for three, five seven and even up to 10 years.

There are two types of IUD’s available across the country – One uses copper, and the other uses a synthetic hormone called levonorgestrel which is a form of progestin. IUD aims to prevent the sperm from fertilizing the egg. The two types of components mentioned act as spermicides, thereby preventing pregnancy.

If you are planning to use IUD as a contraceptive device, here are some facts that you should be aware of:

• Before we get to the facts about IUD, let us understand that you should not get IUD inserted in your uterus if you are already pregnant, suffering from pelvic inflammatory disease, unexplained genital or uterine bleeding and if you have severe liver disease. Some doctors even suggest avoiding IUD if a woman has breast cancer.
• There are many medical institutions and committees across the country that deemed IUD implants as the most effective form of contraceptive device for women.
• Although back in 1970’s the same contraceptive devices were linked to a lot of horrible pelvic infections that led to infertility and unfortunately in some cases, even death. This was because IUDs back then had some serious design flaws. The braids in the Copper IUD had multifilaments that allowed the bacteria to climb up and cause infection in the uterus. There are some safe and effective designs on the market today which cause none of these serious complications.
• It has been reported by many medical studies and women who use hormone induced birth control pills that it causes unhealthy weight gain and other health issues. Copper IUDs, on the other hand, are hormone-free birth control devices that can be inserted and removed as per your convenience.
• Most women feel that using contraceptives might affect their ovulation cycle. In such cases, IUDs might be a good option as even the hormonal IUDs in the uterus allow progestin to get absorbed into the bloodstream in a minimal amount.
• IUDs are one of the most effective emergency contraceptive devices as they start working as soon as they are placed inside the uterus. Hormonal IUDs, on the other hand, are immediately effective if inserted within the seven days of onset of the period.
• In many cases, women who are on hormonal IUD have reported minimal bleeding, and many of them even reported having no period at all. This is one of the most positive aspects of using IUD.
• You might experience cramps and even pain on the first day of inserting the IUD. In such cases, it is better to go for some pain medication prescribed by your doctor and not get worried about the pain, and it might have some serious implications.

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