I'm due tomorrow and I was talking to my doctor about birth control for after I give birth. My doctor said that I'm probably not a candidate to get an IUD, because they are only for women who don't plan on having anymore children. She said there is a risk of infection and that it could cause me to not have kids ever again!
Have you ever heard this? When I first got pregnant she told me it was a good choice for after I have the baby, but now she told me the opposite!
Has anyone had an IUD, and what was your experience with it?
Thank you!
2006-12-20 12:32:48 · 7 answers · asked by Huliganjetta 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Yes if you have multiple partners or your partner does then NO your not a good candidate for the IUD bc when you have multiple partners you are at a HIGH risk of infection and with the IUD in place its hard to treat and if an infection is not treated promptly it can cause fertility issues. The reason why I opted for it was bc I am unsure if I want children anytime soon. However if you are not at risk I would say go for it. Your fertility returns within removal of the IUD. Ive seen many successful patients best of luck
2006-12-21 00:51:34 · answer #1 · answered by Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Mom2two Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just got the IUD after I had my daughter in September and I didnt get the IUD until the first of November. The only reason your doctor might have told you it would not be a good idea for people that dont plan on having anymore children is because depending on the type of IUD they are good for 5-10 years. You can get them removed anytime after it is put in! I love the IUD and I think it is the best form of birth control for mothers. I hope I was useful, good luck!
2006-12-20 12:38:34 · answer #2 · answered by lilmomma91206 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have the Mirena IUD. I haven't had any problems with it. The only risk of infection is if you have more then one partner. I do not plan to have any more children, but there are many woman on here that have had their IUD's removed and gotten pregnant! If I were you I would get a second opinion. Do some more research!!
2006-12-20 12:38:44 · answer #3 · answered by JS 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I choose an IUD after having my second child. I like it, I don't have to worry about taking a pill or putting anything up there. The risk of infection, as my dr. told me, was not that high unless you were not in a committed relationship. So, if you have multiple partners, or your partner has multiple partners, don't do it.
The main reason I got mine was because my husband and I are undecided about having children in the future. The one I got is good for 5 yrs, so we have a while to decide. Good luck!
2006-12-20 12:44:02 · answer #4 · answered by mskissis 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had my iud put in when my youngest was 7 month. My doctor told me that infection is rare and ectopic pregnancy is possible but not one has been recorded in 10 plus years. (aust.) And she also told me i can fall pregnant straight away after it gets taken out. Although a little longer for some. Go see another doctor or even see a gynaecologist for more info. Its worth it and the last thing you want to worry about is taking a pill when you have children.
2006-12-20 15:34:15 · answer #5 · answered by raadsgirl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I put in my iud after i had my son in march and i've never heard of such thing. For me the iud was perfect i don't have to worry about taking a pill at the same time every day. The only symptom i have is that i get spotting around the week before i get my period.
2006-12-20 14:22:42 · answer #6 · answered by ynra BTB 4-18-09 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have one right now. I love mine. Maybe you have a risk for infection now. Did she explain to you why you shouldn't. I was told there a risk for infectionbut it was low. Besides there risk with other birth control method too. Good luck with finding a birth contol method.
2006-12-20 12:39:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋