What to do if IUD falls out?

What to do if IUD falls out?

If it does fall out, use backup birth control and call your doctor to determine if the IUD should be reinserted. If you try the IUD and don’t feel it’s the best choice for you, talk with your doctor about other birth control options available to you.

Can you get pregnant if IUD falls out?

A woman will have an increased risk of unintended pregnancy if her IUD falls out or becomes displaced. If an IUD remains inserted during pregnancy, this could result in health issues for the woman and the baby. There will be more chance of miscarriage and a higher risk of ectopic pregnancy.

Can you pull an IUD out?

Most of the time, taking an IUD back out is a whole lot simpler. If your doctor does it, they’ll have you lie on your back with your legs apart, just as you’d do for a regular exam. They’ll grasp the string with an instrument and gently pull out the IUD.

How can I take my IUD out myself?

The most effective position for self-removal is squatting or lying down. The patient uses their fingers to feel for the IUD strings. Exam gloves can help improve traction on the strings, but are not essential. The patient grasps the IUD strings and pulls firmly towards the opening of the vagina.

What happens if you accidentally pull your IUD strings?

While uncommon, it’s possible for an IUD to become dislodged if this string gets tugged or the suction of the cup pulls it out.

How long does a IUD last?

Different hormonal IUDs last for different lengths of time: the Mirena and Liletta IUDs work for up to 7 years. Kyleena works for up to 5 years. Skyla works for up to 3 years. You don’t have to keep your IUD for that many years though — you can get your IUD taken out whenever you want.

How do I know if something is wrong with my IUD?

Spotting and bleeding are common after you get an IUD, but heavy or abnormal bleeding could mean it’s in the wrong spot. “Heavy vaginal bleeding may accompany a uterine perforation,” Nwegbo-Banks says. You have severe cramping, abnormal discharge, or fever. These are other signs that your IUD has moved.