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Can a different doctor remove IUD?
A qualified health professional will remove an IUD at a clinician’s office. They can do this at any time, but it is easier to do during the menstrual cycle because the cervix is softer.
How do you remove IUD if string is missing?
Several techniques have been described, including use of alligator forceps or uterine packing forceps inserted though the cervical canal and used to blindly grasp the IUD and remove it. Alternatively, a similar technique has been performed using ultrasound or hysteroscopic guidance.
Can IUD be removed and replaced same day?
You can remove an IUD anytime, but if you want it replaced — and don’t want to get pregnant — removing it before it expires might spare you from needing a pregnancy test at your replacement appointment. (We’ll elaborate on that in a minute.)
Will removing IUD cause weight loss?
To sum up, you could notice you lose a few pounds right away after your IUD is removed. Yet it’s also not unheard of to gain more weight, or have difficulty losing the weight you gained while the IUD was in place.
What happens if doctor can’t find IUD strings?
Share on Pinterest If a person cannot locate their IUD strings, they should talk to their doctor. If the IUD strings are too short or coiled to locate, a person should schedule an appointment with a doctor to double-check the IUD status.
What happens if an IUD gets lost?
If the IUD is missing, the doctor can replace it. If the IUD is out of alignment, the doctor will remove it. Before removal, they will use misoprostol (Cytotec) to help dilate the cervix. The doctor may also use local numbing agents to help prevent pain in the cervix.
Can you get pregnant when your IUD expires?
IUDs have expiration dates. If you keep one in longer than the suggested amount of time, you have a slightly higher chance of pregnancy. But it’s still less than 1\%. You probably won’t have any side effects if you keep an IUD in after it expires, but we need more research to safely recommend this option.