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Intrauterine Devices - Mirena IUD - ParaGard IUD

Learn about IUDs: effectiveness, costs, risks, advantages, insertion, disadvantages, and side effects. Mirena IUD provides a long-term option without sterilization. The intrauterine device Mirena releases the hormone, levonorgestrel. ParaGard is a non-hormonal intrauterine device and highly effective in preventing pregnancy. ParaGard is the longest-lasting method of reversible contraception.
Mirena IUD
Mirena IUD contraception provides a long-term birth control option without sterilization. Mirena is an intrauterine device that releases the hormone, levonorgestrel. It is a highly reliable and effective type of contraception. Learn about Mirena IUD (intrauterine device), including its effectiveness, costs, risks, advantages, insertion, disadvantages, and side effects.
ParaGard Intrauterine Device
ParaGard, the Copper T 380A, is an intrauterine device that is an effective option for women who choose not to use hormonal contraception or who are considering tubal ligation. ParaGard is an IUD that releases copper, so it is hormone-free. Learn about this FDA approved intrauterine device, including its advantages, risks, costs, insertion, disadvantages, side effects and effectiveness.
What To Expect During an IUD Insertion (ParaGard IUD or Mirena IUD)
What to expect during your IUD insertion. Learn about the IUD insertion procedure. Be prepared for your ParaGard insertion or when getting your Mirena IUD. Information about the procedure for inserting intrauterine devices is explained in detail. Know what to expect from when you enter your doctor’s office to after you get home. Each step of the IUD insertion is explained.
What To Expect During an IUD Removal (Mirena IUD or ParaGard IUD)
Learn what to expect during your IUD removal. Be prepared for your ParaGard removal or know what to expect during your Mirena IUD removal. Information about the procedure for removing intrauterine devices is explained in detail. Know what to expect and find out about possible complications.

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