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The IUD should be at the uterine fundus, the deepest part of the uterus. It is not located in the cervix unless it is being expelled.

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Can you see how they do the IUD?

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Is it true the IUD can move after 5 years?

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Your IUD was moved to your lower uterus can you still get pregnant?

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