How do you use the IUD?

Answer 1

To remove and IUD, the health care provider inserts a speculum to get a good view of cervix, grasps the strings, and pulls gently and steadily until the IUD comes out. The strings are slippery monofilament, so usually the provider uses forceps to grasp the strings.

Answer 2

If the string didn't migrate up or too short, just pull it out with steady pressure. This can be done by most primary care physicians. If the string is not visualized, then you need to see a gynecologist because it will be a bit more involved to remove.
With an instrument like tweezers while you are inhe same position as a pap smear - does not hurt.

Answer 3

An IUD is inserted into your vagina by a health care provider. It is NOT a do it yourself Birth Control method. The IUD is a semi permanent device, meaning that it can be removed by your health care provider. It cannot be removed yourself.

Because of its nature, you should have a discussion with your heath care provider as to the suitability of this device for yourself.

Answer 4

If your IUD comes out, consider using emergency contraception if you've had sex in the last five days. Contact your health care provider to discuss insertion of a new IUD or changing to a different method.

Answer 5

Just about the same way you'd remove a tampon. Gentle traction on the strings, and it comes out.

Answer 6

You don't. You should see a doctor to have it removed.

Answer 7

It's not a complicated process, but the strings are slippery. Go to your health care provider for removal. It's very quick and simple, and they'll be able to use forceps to grab the strings.