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Removal of the IUD is a basic procedure, done quickly in hospitals and clinics. What you need to keep in mind is to watch for abnormalities and maintain at least 7 days without sex after removing the IUD.
1. When to remove the IUD?
A woman needs to remove the IUD in the following cases:
The IUD has expired Want to get pregnant again Reaction after IUD insertion such as heavy bleeding, severe headache ov Having a sexually transmitted disease IUD broke or moved out of the uterus Pregnant while IUD was inserted MORE: When should I remove the IUD?
Khi vòng tránh thai đã hết hạn sử dụng bạn cần tháo dụng cụ tử cung tránh thai
2. What to do before removing the IUD?
You do not need to prepare anything before removing the IUD because the process is quick and painless. However, you need to follow the advice of your doctor, do not have sex for 7 days after the day of removal of the IUD. The purpose is to ensure the uterus is well restored before sex, to avoid inflammatory diseases.
3. How does IUD removal work?
The IUD removal procedure follows the following procedure:
You are instructed to lie down with your knees bent and legs apart. The doctor will insert a speculum into the vagina to widen the vagina. The IUD has a thread that hangs from the cervix to the vagina. Therefore, the doctor will pull the cord and remove the instrument. If the thread is not visible or accessible, the doctor will use special tools to reach the thread. If the IUD gets stuck in the wall of the uterus, the doctor will use medicine and forceps to pull it out. If all goes well, removing the IUD should only take a few minutes. Otherwise, the doctor will need more time to pull it out.
During the removal of the IUD, you may feel mild pain in your abdomen and light bleeding for a few days to a few weeks. In this case, you will be prescribed a pain reliever such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
Nữ giới được kê thuốc acetaminophen sau khi tháo vòng tránh thai để giảm đau
4. Can a new IUD be inserted right after the old one is removed?
You can completely insert a new IUD immediately after removing the old IUD. This has no effect on your health.
SEE ALSO: How long does it take to get pregnant after removing the IUD?
5. Is it possible to get pregnant immediately after removing the IUD?
As soon as the IUD is removed, your period will return to normal and you will be able to become pregnant. If you don't want to get pregnant, you can ask your doctor to put in a new IUD or use a new birth control method.
Khi có kế hoạch mang thai bạn có thể tháo dung cụ tử cung
6. Complications after IUD insertion
Call your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms after removing the IUD:
Severe pain or cramping Fever or chills Heavy vaginal bleeding Bad-smelling discharge from the vagina Removing the IUD Contraception is a basic procedure that can be performed in medical facilities and clinics. However, to ensure safety and avoid infection, you should choose reputable medical facilities to perform.
Vinmec International General Hospital is the address for examination, treatment and prevention of diseases, including Obstetrics and Gynecology. When performing the examination process at Vinmec, customers will be welcomed and used modern facilities and equipment along with perfect medical services under the guidance and advice of experts. Good doctors, well-trained both at home and abroad.
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Reference source: webmd.com
