Patient's question:
Medical Description: My mother is 69 years old. A few days ago, during a physical examination, it was found that the IUD has not been removed. She does not feel any discomfort. Question for Experts: Is it necessary to remove it? Urgent reply is awaited! Thank you!History of Treatment and Effect: There are no symptoms, and no treatment has been administered.
Help Needed: Assess whether the elderly woman's IUD needs to be removed?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, the best time to remove the IUD is 3-7 days after the menstrual period ends (but it is essential to rule out pregnancy). This can reduce the amount of bleeding. Rest for 1 day after the removal of the IUD, and avoid sexual activity and soaking in a hot tub for 2 weeks to prevent infection. After the removal of the IUD, there may be a small amount of bleeding or bloody discharge from the vagina, which will naturally disappear within a day or two. This is due to the stimulation of the endometrium and cervix by the removal of the IUD and is a normal phenomenon. For women in menopause, it is recommended to remove the IUD within 6 months to 1 year after menopause. Although estrogen levels have decreased, the uterus has not yet significantly shrunk at this time. Not only is the removal process simpler, but it is also less painful. Women in menopause should never delay removing the IUD out of convenience, as this can lead to unnecessary suffering that could have been avoided.