Intrauterine Device (IUD)

What is an Intrauterine Device? How it Works How Do I Get an IUD? Checking the IUD Is something wrong with my IUD? Effectiveness What are the advantages of an IUD? What are the disadvantages of an IUD? Cost Is an IUD Right for me? But I Heard they were Dangerous!

What are the disadvantages of an IUD?

• Increased risk of infection in the first 4 months
• Can be expelled (pushed out) without the woman knowing it
• The Copper T can increase menstrual blood loss and increase menstrual cramps
• It is very rare, but possible, that the IUD punctures the uterus (this happens in 1 to 3 out of 1,000 insertions).