The most common side effect after getting an IUD inserted is cramping. Hormonal IUDs like Mirena can make your period lighter and, in some cases, stop it altogether. Non-hormonal copper IUDs can cause ...

In most cases, these side effects should be temporary. And some may be easily managed. But if you have symptoms that are ongoing or bothersome, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. And do not remove ...

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An intrauterine device (IUD) appointment usually takes about 30 minutes, while the actual insertion takes a few minutes. Plan for possible cramping, spotting, or dizziness afterward. During insertion, ...

That tiny T-shaped device has caused quite a stir on social media lately, with myths and misconceptions spreading faster than facts, but here’s the thing, IUDs have actually been around for over a ...

There are five types of IUDs, all of which are more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. IUDs can be divided into one of two categories: hormonal and non-hormonal. Which IUD is best for you ...

Charlotte Freed first got a hormonal IUD when she was a teenager. She wasn't sexually active at the time, but she wanted to be protected from pregnancy before she started college. This was also a time ...