IUD stands for intrauterine device, a T-shaped piece of plastic that is placed inside the uterus by a doctor. The copper IUD, ParaGard, works for as long as 10 years. Mirena, a hormonal IUD, must be replaced after 5 years but can lighten periods and ease cramps. Liletta and Skyla are hormonal IUDs that prevent pregnancy for up to 3 years. Both types make it more difficult for sperm to fertilize the egg. Fewer than eight in 1,000 women get pregnant.
Pros: Long-lasting, low-maintenance.
Cons: Irregular or heavier periods with ParaGard. More expensive upfront, may slip out, may cause side effects.
Friday, June 10, 2016
Birth control type--IUD
IUD stands for intrauterine device, a T-shaped piece of plastic that is placed inside the uterus by a doctor. The copper IUD, ParaGard, works for as long as 10 years. Mirena, a hormonal IUD, must be replaced after 5 years but can lighten periods and ease cramps. Liletta and Skyla are hormonal IUDs that prevent pregnancy for up to 3 years. Both types make it more difficult for sperm to fertilize the egg. Fewer than eight in 1,000 women get pregnant.
Pros: Long-lasting, low-maintenance.
Cons: Irregular or heavier periods with ParaGard. More expensive upfront, may slip out, may cause side effects.
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