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FAQs - IUD
I heard the IUD is really expensive—how much does it cost?
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Is it okay for me to take my own IUD out?
I'm ready to get my IUD out. Can I remove it myself?
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What if I get pregnant with an IUD in?
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Can I use tampons with an IUD?
I heard there's a risk in using tampons with an IUD.
FAQs - IUD
Can I use a menstrual cup with an IUD?
I heard there's a risk in using a menstrual cup with an IUD.
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Does the IUD protect against STIs?
FAQs - IUD
How long does the IUD last?
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What if I get an IUD, but want to get pregnant sooner than the 3 or 5 or 12 years that it's good for?
I want to get pregnant.
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How long does it take to get an IUD?
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The Paragard IUD has copper, right? Is it safe to have the metal inside you?
I am uncomfortable with the thought of having metal in my body.
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Are IUDs safe if you haven't given birth?
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Does the IUD increase the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease?
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Last updated February 2025
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