I did speak about this with my doctor, but I would like to hear more from people who have had copper IUDs or Essure.
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posted by anonymous
on May 5, 2013 -
23 answers
A friend of mine is designing a clinical trial to determine the comparative effectiveness of different methods of pain control during IUD insertion. The problem is, there isn’t a lot of existing literature on what women are actually being offered out in the real world, and what does exist is pretty low quality.
If you have an IUD, and if you were offered pain control measures during insertion, what were they? How effective those measures were isn't really relevant here, because that's what the trial is designed to figure out; I’m just trying to help her get a sense of what the current state of practice is so that the design of the study can be as robust and relevant as possible. For Science!
posted by KathrynT
on Apr 10, 2013 -
117 answers
First of all, I got an IUD inserted last week. I was planning on paying out of pocket (I'm under my parent's insurance but for religious reasons didn't want to utilize it for fear of discovery), but is there any way to make it cheaper? Second, I went to a check-up appointment today and they told me that I have a bicornuate uterus (heart shaped, not totally split), something they didn't check for before they inserted the IUD. I was told the IUD wasn't in the correct location and would therefore be less effective. What are my options?
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posted by pyrom
on Feb 26, 2013 -
9 answers
I'm getting a copper IUD next week, yay! I did a little too much background reading about it and am now totally psyching myself out, boo! Can you talk me back into being excited, or at least calm, about this decision?
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posted by Be cool, sodapop
on Nov 29, 2012 -
35 answers
My copper IUD was removed a month early - because I got pregnant. As it's been five years since I had to think about it, I was wondering what contraception to go for next.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 9, 2012 -
20 answers
YANMD, but does my doctor need to know about a previous vaginal birth in order to insert an IUD?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 1, 2012 -
26 answers
I 'think' I want to get comfortable with not using condoms. How do I go about this?
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posted by csox
on Sep 24, 2012 -
29 answers
My doctor's office billed me up front for an IUD and told me I would be reimbursed. Today, after calling them repeatedly, I found out that they have not filed a claim for the device, and they couldn't give me a satisfactory explanation as to why. I have no idea what to do now.
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posted by showbiz_liz
on Sep 20, 2012 -
21 answers
IUD insertion pain: please help me plan for handling it. I'm extremely sensitive to pain (especially right now, given recent medical history), but my doctors and I agree I need a Mirena IUD.
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posted by anonymous
on May 3, 2012 -
33 answers
[BC filter] Will an IUD (Mirena) be a good option when I didn't like the Nuvaring? Particularly, it lowered my libido and gave me mood swings.
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posted by DoubleLune
on Mar 9, 2012 -
18 answers
This may be naive: is there any way to have my fertility tested while I have a Mirena inserted?
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posted by swingbraid
on Jan 30, 2012 -
11 answers
I'm having pelvic pain. You are not my doctor. I have an appointment next week, but would like to go prepared. Can you help?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 28, 2012 -
14 answers
Is it possible to use a menstrual cup with an IUD/IUS? alternatively, what are my options for re-usable pads and how does one handle dirty pads at work, etc?
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posted by jb
on Jan 26, 2012 -
29 answers
Gynakologistfilter: Help with Copper IUD - Severe cramping still perseveres 11 days after insertion. Is this normal? What options are available and what could be causing this?
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posted by freddymetz
on Oct 31, 2011 -
27 answers
I am experiencing serious mood-swings and insecurities. Just got Mirena IUD put in a few weeks ago. Could it be the hormones, and how do I manage without destroying my relationship?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 22, 2011 -
12 answers
Has anyone here had experience with conception post-IUD? Is there anything I should know ahead of time, or start doing a few months in advance to smooth the transition? How long after removal will fertility return?
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posted by kitarra
on Feb 16, 2011 -
15 answers
Have you used either of the IUD forms of birth control? Great! Help me out!
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posted by Eicats
on Oct 25, 2010 -
45 answers
How do I find a gynecologist who will respect my wishes for hormone free birth control?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 14, 2010 -
25 answers
What doctor in Chicago will give me an IUD? I'm 28, in a long-term relationship, no kids.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 23, 2010 -
21 answers
If I've never tried hormonal birth control, is it illogical to have my first try be a Mirena IUD?
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posted by sparrows
on Jul 14, 2010 -
40 answers
Is there a way to get around the initial consultation for an IUD if I've already had one within the last week?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 2, 2009 -
11 answers
Oh, my god. I've had a nearly month-long period after a Mirena insertion. I've been to the doctor and everything is seemingly fine - but I would like recommendations on how to deal.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 13, 2009 -
22 answers
Why don't they make a special IUD that's a better size for nulliparous women? Is there anything I can do about the fact that I'm too small?
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posted by slow graffiti
on Aug 22, 2008 -
10 answers
Has anyone else had weight and/or emotional problems that they attribute to hormonal birth control, specifically the Mirena IUD?
I know there have been several IUD threads – one of them helped convince me to get one. But most of them dealt with questions about getting one, and now, I'm wondering if removing mine would be a good idea. (more inside)
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 22, 2008 -
20 answers
My darling girlfriend and I have a birth control dilemma and need some input. The short of it is this: because of regular medications she has to take, we're encouraged to use two forms of birth control. Consequently she takes Seasonalle and we use condoms. The question is: would the current breed of hormone-releasing IUD products suffice as two forms of birth control?
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posted by phearlez
on Mar 14, 2008 -
30 answers
What can I expect from taking a break from hormonal birth control? How long does it take the hormones to clear out of your system? Which hormonal birth control side effects disappear and which stay? Factual and anecdotal advice welcome!
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posted by schroedinger
on Oct 24, 2007 -
23 answers
Asking for a friend: A good gynecologist in Manhattan that will give an IUD to a woman who has never been pregnant?
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posted by Caz721
on Sep 26, 2007 -
12 answers
