Is it necessary to have a uterine curettage after removing the IUD?

In order to avoid pregnancy, people use contraceptive methods such as condoms and birth control pills. However, many young people consider the complexity of condoms and the harm of drugs to the body and will use IUDs. Although IUDs can reduce some contraceptive steps, they can also cause some infections. Many women will develop gynecological diseases after wearing IUDs. At this time, the most important thing is to remove the IUDs. The following introduces some information about IUD removal, let’s take a look.

Is curettage required for IUD removal?

Generally, there is no need for curettage to remove the IUD.

However, if the IUD is not cleaned thoroughly after removal, a curettage is required. In addition, if the B-ultrasound examination shows abnormal uterine thickness or abnormal vaginal bleeding, a curettage and pathological examination are also required.

If you need to have a curettage, you should pay attention to the following points:

1. Proper rest: According to relevant national regulations, you can enjoy two weeks of vacation after an abortion. Avoid physical labor and physical exercise within half a month.

2. Proper nutrition supplement: Eat more foods rich in protein and vitamins, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meat, fresh fish, eggs, milk or soy products.

3. Pay attention to bleeding: About a week after the abortion, there will be red or light red secretions in the vagina, the amount will gradually decrease, and there will be no obvious odor. If the bleeding time exceeds 15 days, the amount of bleeding is greater than the menstrual volume, especially if the secretion has a foul odor and is accompanied by symptoms such as fever and abdominal pain, you should go to the hospital for examination and treatment in time to avoid worsening of the condition.

4. Do a good job of contraception: Avoid sexual intercourse within one month after abortion.

5. Pay attention to personal hygiene: Pay attention to personal hygiene after abortion, otherwise it is easy to cause infection; change sanitary pads frequently during bleeding; you cannot take a sitz bath within half a month, you can only take a shower.

When to remove the ring

The best time to remove the IUD should be chosen according to different women. If a general woman of childbearing age needs to get pregnant, the best time to remove the IUD is 3-5 days after the menstruation ends, and it is best to do it half a year or one year in advance. If a menopausal woman needs to remove the IUD, it is generally most appropriate to remove the IUD within 6 months to one year after menopause. Removing the IUD too early or too late will have an impact on the body. If the contraceptive ring inserted into a woman's body has reached its expiration date or if there is obvious discomfort after the ring is inserted, the ring should be removed as soon as possible.

1. For women of childbearing age who plan to have their IUD removed to get pregnant, the best time to do so is six months or one year in advance.

2. For menopausal women, the best time to remove the IUD is within 6 months to 1 year after menopause.

3. If the IUD has expired, it should be removed promptly.

4. If you feel obvious discomfort after the IUD is inserted, remove it immediately.

IUD insertion in women is a method of contraception. Although removing the IUD is a minor operation, you should also pay attention to preoperative preparation to make the removal operation go more smoothly, ensure there are no infectious complications after the operation, and ensure the safety of the operation. Generally speaking, women must undergo a health test before removing the IUD to ensure that they have no other inflammatory conditions, and they must refrain from having sexual intercourse within 3-5 days before removing the IUD.