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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.
IUD - IUD Insertion
During an IUD insertion, an IUD (a small, flexible device) is inserted in the uterus. Many women prefer an IUD because it's hassle-free, safe, long-lasting and extremely effective. Some like how the Paragard IUD doesn’t contain hormones and lasts for 10 years, or that Mirena is an easy progestin-only method lasting 5 years. 99% of IUD users are happy with their choice. We are lucky that we have…
All About the IUD
An IUD is a small, flexible contraceptive device that is shaped like the letter T and is inserted into the uterus. The letters IUD stand for intrauterine device. This contraceptive method is long lasting, safe and extremely effective. There are two IUD types: the Mirena IUD and the ParaGard IUD. Learn about IUD insertion and IUD removal as well as costs, maintenance and pregnancy protection.
Do I Need to Have My IUD Removed if I Switch Sexual Partners?
The IUD contraceptive is a small, T-shaped plastic device that is inserted into the uterus. The Mirena IUD continuously releases progestin and is effective for 5 years. The ParaGard IUD (also known as Copper IUD) is the only non-medicated IUD available in the US and can be left in place for up to 10 years. A great hurdle facing IUD use is that many people don’t have all the facts. Some women believe that they should have their Mirena IUD or Paragard IUD removed if they switch sexual partners.
IUD Removal - ParaGard/Mirena IUD Removal
Are you wondering what to expect during your IUD removal. Be prepared for your IUD removal or know what to expect during your IUD removal and find out about possible complications. See what other women have experienced during their IUD removals. Share your IUD story.
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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