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What is the most serious complication of using an IUD?

PIP: Uterine perforation is the most serious complication of IUD insertion; the risk is less than 1/1000 insertions for currently available IUDs. Most perforations occur at the time of insertion and the risk is increased in the 4-8 weeks postpartum.

What kind of complications can an IUD cause?

Possible complications from IUD use

• Lost strings. The IUD strings, which hang from the bottom of the IUD, protrude from the cervix into the vagina.
• Infection. One of the most serious complications that can arise because of an IUD is infection.
• Expulsion.
• Perforation.

What do IUD complications feel like?

Spotting and bleeding are common after you get an IUD, but heavy or abnormal bleeding could mean it’s in the wrong spot. “Heavy vaginal bleeding may accompany a uterine perforation,” Nwegbo-Banks says. You have severe cramping, abnormal discharge, or fever. These are other signs that your IUD has moved.

How do I know if my IUD perforated?

Organ Perforation Symptoms

• Nausea and vomiting.
• Bowel changes.
• Difficulty breathing.
• Sudden or severe abdominal pain.
• Dizziness or fainting.
• Irregular heart rhythm.
• Unexplained fever.
• Severe bleeding.

What is IUD embedment?

Embedment. —Embedment refers to IUD penetration into the endometrium or myometrium without extension through the serosa (Fig 7). It may occur to some degree in up to 18\% of females with an IUD. Embedment is more common in females with smaller fundal endometrial diameters (17).

Is a perforated IUD an emergency?

Symptoms of device migration or organ perforation should be reported to a health care provider immediately. Changes in consciousness, severe bleeding or other serious symptoms may require emergency treatment.

How serious is a perforated IUD?

Perforation of the uterus by an IUD is a serious complication and this is possible both during the insertion and later. Perforation of the uterus is rare, but potentially fatal. The incidence is of 0.12-0.68/1000 insertion.

What are the complications of IUD?

More severe IUD complications may include damage to the uterus and permanent infertility. Infection is one of the possible complication of using an IUD. The uterus or fallopian tubes could become infected, causing pain, fever, or other symptoms.

What to expect after IUD insertion?

a fever above 101°F

chills

intense or unbearable cramping

strong,sharp pain in the stomach

very heavy bleeding

What are the side effects of IUD insertion?

The possible side effects of Mirena IUD include: severe abdominal pain & cramping. irregular spotting & heavy vaginal bleeding. acne. weight gain. mood swings. fatigue or low energy. low interest in sex or other pleasurable activities.

Does it hurt to get an IUD?

People usually feel some cramping or pain when they’re getting their IUD placed. The pain can be worse for some, but luckily it only lasts for a minute or two. Some doctors tell you to take pain medicine before you get the IUD to help prevent cramps. They also might inject a local numbing medicine around your cervix to make it more comfortable.