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2. Intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   IUDs primarily work by preventing fertilization. [21] The progestogen released from hormonal IUDs mainly works by thickening the cervical mucus, preventing sperm from reaching the fallopian tubes. Hormonal IUDs may also sometimes prevent ovulation. [22] [23] Copper IUDs do not contain any hormones, but release copper ions, which are toxic to sperm.

3. Hormonal intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   The IUD with progestogen is a type of long-acting reversible birth control. [5] It works by thickening the mucus at the opening of the cervix, stopping the buildup of the lining of the uterus, and occasionally preventing ovulation. [2] The IUD with levonorgestrel was first approved for medical use in 1990 in Finland and in the United States in ...

4. Here's What Really Happens When You Get an IUD Inserted ... - AOL

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   Expert info on how IUDs work, how painful it is to have one inserted, options for pain management and what it's like to get one removed.

5. Hormonal contraception - Wikipedia

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   Hormonal intrauterine contraceptives are known as intrauterine systems (IUS) or Intrauterine Devices (IUD). An IUS/IUD must be inserted by a health professional. The copper IUD does not contain hormones. While a copper-containing IUD may be used as emergency contraception, the IUS has not been studied for this purpose.

6. 5 Common Myths About IUDs, Debunked - AOL

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   Although not exactly known, IUDs are thought to work by stopping sperm from fertilizing […] Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways to reach ...

7. Getting A Copper IUD Is Actually Better Than Taking Plan B ...

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   An ob-gyn debunks emergency contraception myths, explains the Plan B weight limit, and explains why a copper IUD is even better than Plan B and Ella. Getting A Copper IUD Is Actually Better Than ...

8. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   The hormonal IUD (also known as levonorgestrel intrauterine system or LNg IUD) releases a small amount of the hormone called progestin that can prevent pregnancy for 3–8 years with a failure rate of 0.1-0.4%. [1] IUDs can be removed by a trained medical professional at any time before the expiration date to allow for pregnancy.

9. Is it possible to get pregnant with an IUD? - AOL

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   “If you do have sex before the IUD is placed, of course the copper won't be there to prevent the sperm from making it up inside. ... If you have an IUD, doctors say this really isn’t something ...