For a long time The IUD to avoid getting pregnant was hated but now things have changed. Find out why!
For a long time the IUD called Dalkon Shield caused havoc in women , which when used caused them various problems in their health, it was a bad design, so much so that it left the market. Now the IUD is different and several myths will have to be clarified.
Women should know that the new IUDs are easier to use and are much safer , however some myths continue to be believed about this device implemented to prevent pregnancy.
Now these new models of the IUD are safer , but they are still surrounded by Myths, which will be disproved in this article, since misinformation is the order of the day and they distort the real idea of the IUD.
"The IUD can cause infertility"
Many people believe that it can cause infertility, and serious infections, but according to the World Health Organization, this is a myth. Around the world there have been countless studies that prove that it does not cause infertility.
"The IUD is only for married women
This is another myth, the IUD, is used to avoid getting pregnant, it is an effective device that is used by every woman who does not want to have children for a while. It is very easy to use, and easy to remove. What you should know is that as soon as you take it off the contraception system disappears and if you have intercourse as soon as you take it off, you could get pregnant.
It should be noted that now the IUD is implemented in young people, so as not to get pregnant, this due to the increase in the spread of sexually transmitted infections and that is precisely what could cause infertility.
"The IUD is painful and you suffer all the time"
This is another myth, although it is true there are people who feel pain, but not precisely because the IUD causes them, but because they already manifested a problem or have an allergy, you would have to discuss it with your gynecologist.
Each woman is different, when the IUD is inserted, if they can feel a little pain but it is temporary, it is only momentary, the degree of this may be different depending on the sensitivity of each person.
What is causing that pain?
What causes pain when inserting the IUD is precisely when opening the cervix, when it is closed. This pain is similar to severe colic when the woman is menstruating.
That is why it is recommended that the IUD be inserted when it is naturally dilated and passes just when you are ovulating or are on your period days. If any pain persists when you get home, an ibuprofen is recommended and that’s it.
"I have to get a Pap smear before the IUD"
No, you should know that the pap smear is a complete set, in fact specialists recommend that you do it after the IUD is inserted, to see that everything is well and under control.
"My partner will feel the IUD"
No, the IUD is inserted deep into the uterus, you don’t have to feel it. The cords are placed behind the cervix should not be discomfort or for you. Not for your partner. Now, if there is any discomfort, you should go immediately to the doctor and explain what you feel. It is probably poorly accommodated.
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