It is normal to have stomach pain for a few days after the IUD is inserted

Generally, after the insertion of an IUD, pain in the lower abdomen and lumbosacral region, as well as pain during sexual intercourse may occur. The incidence of abdominal pain after IUD insertion is around 10%. Abdominal pain after IUD placement is divided into two types: physiological pain and physiologic pain. The former is due to the different shape of the ring. The uterine cavity causes physiological contraction to adapt to the shape of the ring and the presence of foreign matter, which leads to abdominal pain after IUD placement. How long does it take for abdominal pain to be considered normal after having an IUD inserted? Let me explain it to you. After the IUD is inserted, the pain usually lasts for 1-2 days. If the abdominal pain persists, it may be caused by the sinking of the ring, inflammation, etc.

So, what are the common problems after having an IUD inserted?

1. Take adequate rest and avoid heavy physical work. Generally, you need to rest for 1-2 days after the ring is placed, and you don't need to do heavy physical work within a week to prevent the ring from falling off and causing bleeding.

2. Pay attention to hygiene and prevent infection. After the IUD is placed, the vulva should be cleaned every day to keep it clean. There is no need to take a bath in a basin within 2 weeks, and there is no need to have sex within 2 weeks to prevent infection.

3. Pay attention to vaginal bleeding and the falling of the ring. If you find that your vaginal bleeding is heavy, more than twice the normal amount of menstrual blood or the bleeding lasts for a long time, or if there is a significant change in your menstrual cycle, you should go for a check-up in time. During the first three months, you should also pay attention to whether the ring has fallen off.

4. Regular maintenance. Generally, the first check-up after the placement of the ring is after the first menstruation, the second check-up is within 3-6 months after the placement of the ring, and the third check-up is a follow-up visit 12 months after the placement of the ring, and then a follow-up visit once a year.

5. Possible adverse reactions after insertion of the IUD. If the menstrual flow increases significantly after the IUD is placed, the menstrual period increases significantly, or there is frequent small amount of bleeding, as well as severe back pain and abdominal pain, these are all abnormal conditions.

6. Pay attention to supplementing nutrients. Appropriately increase nutrition, especially eat more foods rich in iron, such as lean meat, liver, tripe, eggs and other foods. You can also eat more legumes, increase vegetables and fruits. Generally, through the above reasonable diet, you can effectively avoid the physical loss caused to the body by the side effects of IUD.

The above are the common problems after the insertion of the contraceptive ring. I hope it will be helpful to you. Experts remind you that female friends must understand the common problems after the insertion of the contraceptive ring to prevent gynecological diseases.