Patient's question:
I have had an IUD for eight years. I heard that if the IUD is left in for too long, it can become embedded in the tissue. Now my stomach has started to hurt a bit. My menstruation has also become somewhat irregular, and the timing is not as accurate as before. I have not had the IUD replaced since I had it inserted.What kind of help do I need: How often should an IUD be replaced?
Doctor's answer:
Changing the intrauterine device (IUD) can be based on the duration of use. Generally, it is recommended to replace it every 5 years. Using it for too long can easily lead to deformation and displacement. After oxidation, it can indeed have certain side effects on the body.After the IUD is placed in the uterine cavity, due to its special local effects, the endometrium can undergo a remarkable non-bacterial inflammatory response. This interferes with the combination of sperm and eggs, as well as the implantation and development of the fertilized egg in the endometrium, thereby achieving the purpose of contraception.