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PROGESTOGEN IUD: AFTER ITS INSERTION

What should I expect after a Progestogen IUD Insertion? You will probably have cramps, like period cramps, and bleeding or spotting during the first few days after the IUD is inserted. If you take aspirin or paracetamol, and hold a hot water bottle on your abdomen, any discomfort you may have will usually settle down. If the cramps last more than a few days, go and see your doctor.

You should not put anything into your vagina for three days after the procedure because of the risk of infection. You should not have vaginal sex, or use tampons, or have baths or spas, or go swimming during that time.

You will need to go back to the doctor for a check up after six weeks. It is quite common for women with a Progestogen IUD to have some spotting or bleeding in the first few months after it is inserted. Once this settles you just need a check up every two years with your normal Pap test If at any time you experience pelvic pain, fever, unusual discharge from your vagina, heavy bleeding, or you think you may be pregnant, you should go to your doctor for another check up.

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