Okay, you finally got that intrauterine device (IUD) you were thinking about, and you managed to survive the whole insertion process. Whew. Now, you don't have to think about it until the IUD has to ...

Birth control has been around for decades, but all those options can sometimes be confusing. That’s particularly true when it comes to intrauterine devices (IUDs), which are becoming more and more ...

IUDs are a great way to prevent pregnancy. But it's possible for them to move out of place after insertion. Gynecologist Alyssa Dweck told INSIDER what warning signs to look for. Her advice: Check the ...

Yes, IUDs are super low-maintenance and long-lasting (that's probably part, if not all of, the reason you got one), but some docs say you should check your IUD strings every once in a while. You know, ...

Anyone who’s looked into getting an IUD is probably already familiar with the fact that it is possible for the device to slip out of place — but few things drive home how important it is to check ...

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are known as one of the most convenient and effective forms of birth control, but it's true that the IUD insertion process can be unpleasant, uncomfortable, or downright ...

Up against bad PR and a lack of awareness, reproductive health groups are leading the charge to make the IUD a first line of defense against unplanned pregnancy. It won’t be easy. Most women have been ...

Inserting an intrauterine device (IUD) is a minor procedure that takes only a few minutes. Some people find it slightly painful, but over-the-counter pain relief can help manage it. An IUD is a small ...

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) do not stop periods, or menstruation. However, a hormonal IUD may result in fewer, lighter periods, while a copper IUD may lead to heavier bleeding and longer periods. IUDs ...

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While catching up with a friend, Mallory Tatman discovered they were both getting intrauterine device (IUD) insertions in the coming weeks. But, the experience that followed was jarring. “I figured it ...