Is it okay to not remove the IUD in my body?

The downward movement of the IUD is an unexpected situation. Many women do not pay much attention to it when it moves downward, and even forget to take it out. So most women want to know if it is okay to not remove the IUD. Generally speaking, not removing the IUD may have an impact on the female body.

1. Not removing the IUD will affect your body

The downward movement of the IUD can lead to, first, contraceptive failure, second, prolonged menstruation and continuous vaginal bleeding, and third, a feeling of falling. Since the ring has moved downward and has no contraceptive effect, it should be removed in time. Since the ring has moved downward, it is very simple to remove it. The ring itself will not affect the health of the body, but the downward-moving ring can affect menstruation, or cause discomfort such as a feeling of falling. It is recommended to remove the ring in time and take other contraceptive measures.

2. Pregnancy with IUD

For women whose IUD moves downward, the ring will be withdrawn to the lower end of the entire uterine cavity. The upper and middle areas of the uterine cavity left empty after the ring is withdrawn are the place where the fertilized egg implants. Therefore, the downward movement of the IUD will also make it easier to cause "pregnancy with the IUD". Therefore, if you find that the IUD has moved downward, it is best to remove it in time.

3. Precautions for removing the IUD

① There will be a small amount of vaginal bleeding after the IUD is removed, so pay attention to the cleanliness of the vulva. Wash the vulva with clean water every night. Do not use your hands to clean the vagina. No sexual intercourse, tub bath, swimming or sauna bath within 2 weeks. Rest for 1 day after removing the IUD.

② Come to the hospital and remove the IUD within 3 to 5 days after the menstrual period ends (sexual intercourse is prohibited). If a woman experiences adverse reactions after removing the IUD, she can take appropriate amounts of anti-infection and hemostatic drugs under the guidance of a doctor.

③Precautions for women after removing the IUD: On the day after removing the IUD, there may be slight lower abdominal discomfort, back pain or a small amount of vaginal bleeding. If the amount of vaginal bleeding after removing the IUD exceeds the amount of menstruation, or the bleeding continues after half a month, or if you have severe abdominal pain, please come to the hospital for a follow-up visit immediately.

④ Women should take adequate rest within 2 weeks after removing the IUD, avoid strenuous physical activities, and eat nutritious food.

⑤ After removing the IUD, women should pay attention to the cleanliness of the vulva. They should avoid taking a bath and having sexual intercourse within 2 weeks. This is also something women should pay special attention to after removing the IUD.