Can you use tampons after IUD removal?

Answer 1

Yes, you can use tampons with your IUD.

It's recommended that you avoid using internal menstrual products like tampons or menstrual cups for the first cycle after IUD insertion - this is because your IUD is more likely to be expelled in that first month, so best to avoid internal options that may increase likelihood of this happening. Although long-term tampon use is fine, research has confirmed that there is no increased risk of expulsion while using tampons or menstrual cups after that first month.

Answer 2

Yes, you can use tampons while you have an IUD.

It's recommended not to use internal menstrual products such as tampons or menstrual cups for the first month after getting the IUD inserted because that first month is the most likely time for the IUD to be expelled, and internal menstrual options may increase likelihood of this.

After your first month with an IUD it's perfectly safe to use internal sanitary products such as tampons and menstrual cups - although it's not recommended to use options like soft tampons or softcups that sit higher in the vagina so may catch and pull UD strings.

A study by Dr. Wiebe in Vancouver, released in 2011, confirmed that there is no increased risk of IUD expulsion while using tampons or menstrual cups. The only concern is that tampons pose high risk of vaginal infections like Bacterial Vaginosis, this puts you at higher risk of developing Pelvic Inflammatory Disease while using a IUD, just be sure to watch for symptoms and seek immediate treatment if you suspect Bacterial Vaginosis.

Answer 3

It's best to wait at least one cycle.

The first month is when expulsion is most likely, using internal sanitary products like tampons or menstrual cups don't risk expulsion in general but may increase risk early on.

Answer 4

It's recommended you do not use tampons for the first month with an IUD.

This is because there is higher risk of the IUD being expelled during the first cycle, tampons and other internal menstrual products like menstrual cups pose a higher risk of pulling out the IUD the first month.

Answer 5

My ob told me to wait a week before using them to give your body time to heal without the risk of tss since it is going through and slightly I opening your uterus.

Answer 6

Yes, you can use tampons, pads, or the vaginal cup - whatever you like - if you have an IUD.

Answer 7

Yes, you can use a tampon, pad, or Diva Cup or the like for menstrual bleeding when using Mirena.

Answer 8

Yes

Answer 9

24 hours