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FAQs - IUD
How soon does an IUD become effective after you get it?
FAQs - IUD
What do I do if my partner can feel the strings from my IUD?
My partner can feel my IUD strings.
FAQs - IUD
How are Skyla and Kyleena different from Mirena?
FAQs - IUD
Will it hurt to have sex when I have an IUD inside me?
FAQs - IUD
Can the IUD perforate your uterus during insertion?
FAQs - IUD
Does the non-hormonal/copper IUD (Paragard) cause copper toxicity?
I heard the non-hormonal IUD can cause copper toxicity.
FAQs - IUD
I heard the IUD is really expensive—how much does it cost?
FAQs - IUD
Is it okay for me to take my own IUD out?
I'm ready to get my IUD out. Can I remove it myself?
FAQs - IUD
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
How long does the IUD last?
FAQs - IUD
Is there anything that helps with IUD insertion pain?
I'm afraid that getting the IUD inserted will hurt.
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Last updated February 2025
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