An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped device that’s placed inside the uterus to prevent pregnancy. These devices, ...

ROSWELL, Ga., Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sebela Women's Health Inc., a part of Sebela Pharmaceuticals, today announced Contraception published positive results online from the Phase 3 study of the ...

Nonhormonal copper IUDs of different sizes can benefit different body types. About one in five women may discontinue IUD use within a year, often due to increased bleeding and cramping. A smaller IUD ...

The most common side effect after getting an IUD inserted is cramping. Hormonal IUDs like Mirena can make your period lighter and, in some cases, stop it altogether. Non-hormonal copper IUDs can cause ...

Medically reviewed by Laura Young, MD Key Takeaways Hormonal IUDs prevent pregnancy by releasing progestin that thickens cervical mucus and thins the uterine lining.They can reduce heavy menstrual ...

Eight years ago, after Donald Trump won the election, there was a 21.6% increase in the number of IUD insertions. On the day the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, IUD appointments ...

MINNEAPOLIS — Copper intrauterine devices (IUDs) are associated with an increased risk for several sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and other vaginal conditions than IUDs containing ...