Question:
Are IUD's a good choice for birth control?
My OB/GYN suggested an IUD over the Depo shots and birth control pills. Any comments? 2-12-01 RYN, surgeon wants me to be on birth control. — Trisch B. (posted on January 29, 2001)
January 29, 2001
An Iud is an excellent method for women who are somewhat monogamous, and
don't have alot of menstrual bleeding and cramping. Because there are no
hormones involved, there is not the associated weight gain many people
experience with depo-provera. The IUD is also a "no-brainer", no
pill to take daily, no injections. The IUD is the most common method of
birth control in Europe and Asia. Once inserted it is in place for 10-12
years. As an ob/gyn practitioner , I have to say it is my favorite method,
and I insert quite a few of them. I rarely have a patient request removal,
unless they desire to conceive!If you have any further concerns , please
feel freee to email me
— Margaret S.
January 29, 2001
Because of blood pressure problems, I was unable to take any kind of
hormonal birth control. My doctor agreed to insert an IUD (mine was a
Paraguard) and I had it for 10 years with absolutely no problems except for
longer periods (about 5-7 days). I could have had a new one inserted, but
my husband had a vasectomy instead. Also, it is not painful, just some
cramping afterward for a few days.
— Angela B.
January 29, 2001
IUD's are an excellent choice if you are in a monogamous relationship. I
used to have one in and I loved it! The first one I had put in slipped out
of place (the bottom portion was poking out of my cervix) and then I
replaced it and that one also slipped. So I had to have it removed, so now
hubby and I just use condoms! It wasn't painful when it slipped, I noticed
it on the monthly check I did that the string was longer than it was
supposed to be and that usually means it has moved out of place. But I
would reccomend an IUD because they give you so much more freedom. I wish
that they would have stayed in place for me!
— imano1momy
January 29, 2001
Hi There:
I have had an IUD since the birth of my last child which was almost 4 years
ago. I havent had any complications with it, and you don't even know that
it's there. There are no hormonal side effects from it, the only side
effect I have had is that I have heavier flowing during my cycle than I did
when I didn't have the IUD. and some spotting. I am very happy with my
choice to get this IUD, and I would reccommend it to anyone. If you have
any questions feel free to email me anytime at [email protected]
— felisha C.
January 30, 2001
Just a technicality, IUD's work by disabling sperm from reaching the
fallopian tube, not by preventing implantation as previously believed.
— Margaret S.
January 30, 2001
I am on my second IUD. The best birth control I have ever used. My OB
suggested it after the birth of my first child and when I decided to have
my second child my husband and I conceived within a month. For me it is the
best option and my insurance paid for it. I think they run about $500.00
but if you compare that to the cost of pills or shots and the the time need
to take them or pick them up at the pharmacy the IUD is a bargain.
— Suzanne R.
January 30, 2001
I am almost embaressed to post this but I have an IUD. It is one of the
original ones,the Lippes Loop. I have surprised many a GYN doc when he
finds it. To tell you how well it has worked for me, my son turned 30 Jan
the 6th and it was placed 4 weeks after he was delivered via C-section. I
was told as long as I had no problems it could stay as long as I wanted it.
Hope this helps. Pat
— PAT D.
January 30, 2001
Don't IUDs need to be adjusted as you lose weight? I think I read that
someplace. I've been very happy taking the pill because it has helped even
out my mood during weight loss.
— Kellie L.
January 30, 2001
This lady asked a question about birth control and not what the church has
to say about birth control. I have seen a lot of questions asked on this
web site. I've always felt anything relating to our health emotionally and
physically was fair game. Do we have to feel shame just because ones
religious beliefs do not agree with someone else's?
— [Anonymous]
January 30, 2001
She asked if people thought IUD's were a good choice for birth control.
It's really got to be her personal decision. How the heck is anyone here
suppose to know what's best for her? But she did ask for input. So how do
you decide? Religion plays a part for some people. Much like the folly of
asking here for prescription drug recommendations here, I think
contraception choices should be discussed with your family doctor or
gynecologist, not with total strangers. What worked for us may not be right
for another family.
— blank first name B.
January 31, 2001
I had an IUD for 5 years. It was wonderful, effective, and didn't cause
weight gain!
— Victoria J.
January 31, 2001
Be careful with an IUD...as with a Diaphram...with weight loss they become
less effective.
— Deniece H.
January 31, 2001
I work in a Gyn clinic and the IUD has been an extremely popular choice of
birth control for women in monogomous relationships. It last for 10 years
(paragaurd), does not affect weight, and can be taken out at any time.
Cost about $300-$500 but that's for 10 years! Someone had posted that an
IUD as well as Diaphragms can be less effective with weight loss. I know
with weight loss you will have to be periodically fitted for a diaphragm or
cervical cap but it should not be a concern for IUD users. The IUD is
placed in the uterus via of the cervix and as far as I know the uterus does
not change size through weight loss. Just my 2 cents
— [Anonymous]
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