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Question
Hello doctor,
I have been using the IUD for almost 2 years, but my period usually comes 1 week before or sometimes more. Last month I got my period on the 20th, but this month I still haven't. My period usually comes at least 3-4 days before. So the doctor asked me to have an IUD for 2 years but missed my period, is it pregnant? Thank you doctor.
Lan (1996)
Answer
Answered by Specialist II Tran Thi Mai Huong - Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “I have an IUD for 2 years but my period is late, is it possible to get pregnant? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
An IUD is a device that is placed in the uterus with the effect of preventing an egg from implanting in the lining of the uterus, and also interferes with the fertilization process. The method is widely used because its effectiveness in preventing pregnancy can reach 98%.
You have had an IUD for 2 years, but no birth control method is 100% effective at preventing pregnancy. So, if this month you miss your period or have other unusual symptoms, you should still take a pregnancy test and see an obstetrician-gynecologist for an examination.
If you still have questions about the 2-year IUD but missed your period, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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