Vaginal sores are not a known side effect of IUDs. It may be a sign of infection. See your health care provider for diagnosis and treatment.
Yes, a hormonal IUD can reduce vaginal moisture - a copper IUD will not. This is common across all forms of hormonal birth control, vaginal dryness is a common side-effect.
Pregnancy on the IUD is unusual. Bleeding with the IUD is not a special sign of pregnancy. If you think you might be pregnant, take a pregnancy test.
NO, any rash, infection, or sore use vaginal cream or consult with your doctor to see what they recommend
Yes, you can have an IUD placed if you haven't had vaginal sex. The only limiting factor is likely to be discomfort from the speculum if the hymen is intact.
Puberty
Paragard will not reduce vaginal secretions, but Mirena may have a slight effect.
No, an IUD is placed in the uterus, not the vagina. The diaphragm, cervical cap, and vaginal ring are placed in the vagina to prevent pregnancy.
The IUD is safe and effective in women who have not given birth. There may be a bit more cramping during insertion for a woman who has not had a vaginal delivery.
Contraception (i.e. Birth control, IUD, IUC, vaginal foam)
An IUD with levonorgestrel is indicated for a woman who wants to avoid pregnancy and is happy for the opportunity to have minimal or absent vaginal bleeding. It's also indicated for women who want to decrease heavy menstrual bleeding while using an IUD for pregnancy prevention.
yes, having one increases your chances of of infection. Call your dr immediately.
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