An IUD, or intrauterine device, is a small medical device implanted in the uterus to prevent pregnancy from occurring. This tiny piece of plastic that’s shaped like a T is a remarkable innovation that offers women a number of advantages when it comes to birth control. If you’ve been curious about this method of contraception, we warmly invite you to learn more about the many benefits.
IUDs are an extremely convenient method of contraception. Once it’s inserted, you don’t have to think about it again until it expires or you choose to have it removed. There’s no maintenance and no remembering to take a pill or insert a device prior to sexual contact.
While it’s nice not to have to think about your IUD, it’s also great that you can choose to have it removed. This isn’t a permanent device that you’re stuck with until it expires. It can be removed at any time you decide you’d like to consider starting a family. Your fertility and chances of becoming pregnant won’t be adversely affected in any way by the IUD.
Depending on the type of IUD you get, you can keep it without maintenance or removal for between three to 12 years. That’s wonderful peace of mind for those who lead busy lives and don’t have time for frequent trips to the doctor.
Those who are negatively affected by hormone use or who simply wish to avoid them can opt for a unique type of IUD that doesn’t contain hormones.
Perhaps the best reason to get an IUD is because they work. The possibility of user mistakes are eliminated with the IUD. You can’t beat its 99% effectiveness rate, and you never have to think about it until it’s time to have it removed or until you want to consider having children.
For all of these reasons, the IUD has become an incredibly popular birth control method. Please feel free to schedule a consultation at Orange Blossom Women’s Group to learn more. We’d love to help. Contact us today to book an appointment at our office in Trinity.
