What are the side effects of ParaGard IUD?
What are the side effects of ParaGard IUD?
Mild side effects* of Paragard can include:
- anemia (low level of red blood cells)
- back pain.
- painful sex.
- painful periods.
- vaginitis (swelling or infection in your vagina)
- dizziness, nausea, slow heart rate, or seizures after Paragard insertion or removal.
- cramps or pain after Paragard insertion†
Does ParaGard IUD make you lose weight?
Weight gain related to birth control tends to be associated with changes in hormone levels. Since copper IUDs don’t affect your hormones, it stands to reason they wouldn’t cause any changes in weight, while in place or after removal. ParaGard, the copper IUD, doesn’t list weight gain as a potential side effect.
Is copper IUD bad for your body?
“The copper IUD has an excellent safety profile for most uterus owners,” says Alyssa Dweck, MD, OB-GYN, author of “The Complete A to Z for Your V” andINTIMINA sexual health expert. The fact that it’s made out of copper is really only an issue for people with a copper allergy.
Can you come inside with IUD?
You shouldn’t feel your IUD during sex. The IUD is very small. When properly inserted, the device rests inside the uterus and only the strings are accessible in the vagina. If you do feel the IUD, something may have gone wrong.
Why can he feel my IUD?
It’s totally normal to be able to feel the strings if you reach your fingers toward the top of your vagina—in fact, the strings can help you or your provider tell that your IUD is in place. It’s less common, but still normal, for your partner to feel the strings when you’re getting it on.
Why is my IUD poking?
Complaints about a poking string during sex may be a sign that your IUD isn’t positioned correctly or that the IUD strings are too long. Feeling the strings during sex may also mean that the strings just haven’t softened yet, which is normal in the first few months.
What are the risks of getting an IUD?
Most women will not have any problems using an IUD. But, if you have certain conditions, you may be more at risk of developing serious complications while using an IUD. These include being at risk for sexually transmitted infections at the time of insertion or having: Serious blood clots in deep veins or lungs.
Does ParaGard cause decreased libido?
Common (1% to 10%): Depression/depressed mood, mood changes, mood swings, decreased libido, nervousness. These are all the side effects you may have with Mirena. Paragard doesn’t have as many. You be the judge.
What are serious side effects of Mirena IUD?
Common side effects may include: pelvic pain, vaginal itching or infection, irregular menstrual periods, changes in bleeding patterns or flow; stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, bloating; headache, depression, mood changes; back pain, breast tenderness or pain; weight gain, acne, changes in hair growth, loss of interest in sex; or puffiness in your face, hands, ankles, or feet.
Does the IUD paraguard cause weight gain?
Weight gain isn’t listed as a side effect of ParaGard. Anecdotal evidence from women using the device indicates IUDs cause weight gain , but scientific evidence is inconclusive. A study published in Contraception assessing weight changes in Brazilian women using copper IUDs found that weight increased, especially in older women.