Well I am not currently sexually active, but I have this intense fear of one day somehow getting pregnant. I am seventeen years old and have horribly unpredictable periods, severe cramps, major bleeding( 7 days is short), headaches the whole works. So I was advised to get birthcontrol. I honestly don't want kids and or want to wait a decade or so. Sounds silly but I am put together enough to plan my life like that.Other than the fact that I am horrible at remembering to take pills. So I would like to know some advice on the best ways or birthcontroll. Light on hormones, don't make you gain alot of weight, don't increase acne problems, and most of all are long term effective.
2007-08-03 13:20:11 · 8 answers · asked by ashley r 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Based on newer research, many more health care professionals are inserting IUDs in women who have never been pregnant. Just remember that and IUD does not protect you from STDs. If you get an STD it can be treated without having to remove the IUD.
2007-08-03 15:05:13 · answer #1 · answered by Water 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I talked to my doctor about getting an IUD, I was told that 9 out of 10 doctors won't give an IUD to a woman who's never been pregnant or given birth. It is possible that the IUD can affect your long term fertility, making it more difficult to conceive and carry to term. According to my doctor it's considered a minor side effect, but she's obligated to tell me about it anyway. Also, women who have never had a child have a higher risk of the device shifting, falling out, or otherwise becoming ineffective so the failure rate of the IUD is partially determined by whether or not you already have kids. My doctor had no problem giving me the IUD as long as I understood the reasons most doctors would NOT want to give it to me. If you're at all concerned talk to your doctor about their personal feelings about the IUD and what risks or side effects there are in women who have never had a child.
2016-05-17 11:25:36 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Mirena IUD recently changed their guidelines and no longer recommend a woman to have had a pregnancy. I don't know how easy it would be to find a doctor to insert one at your age. No offense, but based on your age alone you are in a higher risk category for STD's and infections....Mainly because most young people are not in monogamous relationships. The decision to insert an IUD ultimately lies in your doctors hands. I would suggest scheduling an appointment to discuss your birth control options.
2007-08-03 14:08:33 · answer #3 · answered by Heather 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a great disadvantage on IUD on your case: they can make it easier for you to get an infection or an uterus perforation.
How about a patch? It is easier to remember to change a patch a day of the week, and they will make your periods more regular.
2007-08-03 13:26:45 · answer #4 · answered by mbestevez 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many different options out there for you to take. My suggestion would be to talk with your Gynecologist on the best method of birth control for you at the tender age of 17.
2007-08-03 13:25:53 · answer #5 · answered by Mignon F 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Except that your periods will just be heavier, longer, and more painful, and this should be discussed with you before you get it done.
2007-08-03 13:24:39 · answer #6 · answered by ellen d 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they wont give you a iud unless you have had children. Ive asked.
2007-08-03 13:24:29 · answer #7 · answered by lil ol me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing wrong with kids.
2007-08-03 13:30:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋