Is an intrauterine device easy to cause uterine perforation? What complications can intrauterine devices cause

Many young couples use the placement of an intrauterine device (IUD) to prevent pregnancy, which means placing an IUD in the female uterine cavity. Preventing blood circulation can prevent the implantation of Zygote, thus achieving contraceptive effect, but it will bring some side effects.

What are the side effects of placing an intrauterine device?

1. Damage to other organs

Performing vigorous exercise after placing an intrauterine device may cause uterine perforation and enter the abdominal cavity, leading to ectopic use of the device. In addition, the IUD may occur in the bladder, pelvic cavity or Mesentery.

2. Causing ectopic pregnancy

If the embryo is implanted in the fallopian tube without entering the uterus, it can cause ectopic pregnancy. The Intrauterine device mainly causes abortion by changing the Internal environment of the uterus. Preventing an intrauterine device can only prevent normal pregnancy in the uterus and cannot prevent ectopic pregnancy.

3. Uterine perforation

If the use of an intrauterine device does not match the size of the uterus, or if the doctor's operation is incorrect, it may cause uterine perforation. In addition, when women engage in vigorous exercise, the sharp shape of the intrauterine device may cause varying degrees of damage to the uterus. In addition, when the Uterine contraction, it will cause uterine perforation due to the compression of the birth control ring.

4. Excessive menstrual flow

The Intrauterine device contains a small amount of copper ions. Copper ions have hemolytic and cytotoxic effects, which can lead to increased menstruation or unclean bleeding.

5. Fibrotic lesion

Intrauterine device is a foreign body to the body. Foreign objects in the body can cause local tissue mechanical damage, chronic inflammation, and fibrotic lesions. Generally, wearing an intrauterine device for about 10-12 years can lead to fibrotic lesions in the endometrium.

How to avoid side effects after placing an intrauterine device?

1. Pay more attention to rest and hygiene

After placing the intrauterine device, rest for at least 2-3 days and do not engage in heavy physical labor for a week, otherwise it may cause the device to fall off and bleed. Maintain local cleanliness and hygiene. Do not bathe in the tub or have sexual intercourse for two weeks to avoid infection.

2. Pay attention to vaginal bleeding

When excessive vaginal bleeding or excessive menstrual flow is found, it is necessary to go to the hospital for examination in a timely manner to see if the intrauterine device has fallen off. Also, check every three months.

3. Reasonable nutrition supplementation

Pay attention to diversity in diet, balance the intake of nutrients for the body, eat more iron containing foods such as eggs, pork liver, lean meat, and pork loin, eat more beans or soy products, eat more green leafy vegetables and fruits, and prevent physical energy consumption caused by iron deficiency.