Most intrauterine contraceptives device, can be placed in an outpatient clinic without anesthesia. It is advised to insert them during non-menstrual periods (usually the 5th day after menstruation). Keep in mind that if there is pelvic inflammation or vaginal inflammation or infection, treatment should be completed before placement.

Principle

Local inflammatory response is used to make it difficult for the fertilized egg to implant.

Possible side effects

• May increase the chance of pelvic infection.
• Symptoms of mild lumbago and punctate bleeding during the non-menstrual period may occur within 3 months after insertion.

Postoperative care

• It is needed to be replaced every 5 years.
• The chance of slipping in the first year is about 5%.
• If there is a pelvic infection, it should be removed and treated with antibiotics.