Common knowledge about the care required for female contraceptive IUDs

　　““IUD insertion” is the most commonly used long-acting contraceptive method among women of childbearing age in our country; often, an IUD remains in place for over a decade. Inserting an IUD is itself a minor surgical procedure uterus When a foreign object is placed inside a cavity, the body needs a certain amount of time to adapt to it. If proper care is not taken after the surgery, infection is a real risk.

　　So, what aspects should be considered in the care after getting an IUD inserted?

　　1. For the first week after the IUD is inserted, it is strictly prohibited to engage in heavy physical labor to prevent the IUD from falling out (except for the Gynefix IUD) or to avoid bleeding.

　　II. Abstain from sexual intercourse for two to four weeks. Premature sexual intercourse may introduce bacteria into the uterus, leading to infections.

　　Third, overly intense physical activities may cause the contraceptive ring to fall out (except for fixed-type rings, such as the Gyne Ring). It is recommended to avoid underwater activities and high-impact jumping exercises for five weeks, including track and field events, water sports, and dancing with fast rhythms.

　　IV. It is important to rest completely for the first three days after having the IUD inserted; it is best to stay in bed to prevent the IUD from falling out (except for the Gynefix IUD) and to avoid any bleeding.

　　V. Avoid taking baths in a bathtub for 4 weeks to prevent infections that may occur if the genital area is not kept clean. Showering and sponge baths are allowed.

　　VI. Pay attention to the cleanliness and hygiene of the external genital area; it is best to wash it with clean water every day to maintain cleanliness and prevent infections.

　　7. Within six months, it is important to closely monitor whether the IUD falls out during menstruation or while defecating (except for the fixed-type Gynefix IUD); it is best to have a check-up every year hospital Perform an X-ray observation of the ring once.

　　8. Pay attention to the regularity of your menstrual cycle; if any abnormalities occur, seek medical attention promptly Gynecology The doctor provides treatment.

　　9. Pay attention to your nutrition and consume more iron-rich foods to prevent potential issues caused by excessive menstrual bleeding Anemia。

　　X. It is normal to experience discomfort in the lower abdomen within 3 to 6 months after getting an IUD inserted; there is no need to worry too much about it.

　　11. Seven months after getting an IUD, I still experience a feeling of heaviness in the lower abdomen and back pain Abdominal pain If there is vaginal bleeding or if the amount of menstrual flow is twice as much as usual, it is necessary to seek medical attention. If there is no improvement, the IUD should be removed and another method of contraception should be used.

　　The above has introduced the care required after having an IUD inserted Common sense I hope so women Friends need to provide proper care.