I have inserted an IUCD 2 years ago for contracepiton,and i am not sure about the maximum period of time it can stay inside before i need to take it out. What will happen if i leave it inside for many more years?
2006-12-03 18:14:14 · 2 answers · asked by mimosa 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
What did your doctor say when he put the device in you 2 years ago? Did he make an appt for a follow up in 2 years?
I don't know if you know this but there are a bunch of IUD's and the one I will be getting is Mirena. It gets replaced every 2 years.
Call your doctor and ask whether you need a follow up. Good luck chica.
2006-12-03 18:32:10 · answer #1 · answered by bluasakura 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the type of IUD you have. Copper IUDs have an effective lifetime of 10 years. The newer hormonal IUDs are only effective for 5 years. So you've still got plenty of time before it loses effectiveness. If in doubt, talk to your doctor. =)
2006-12-03 18:29:08 · answer #2 · answered by dr_imzadi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋