I had an IUD but my period didn't come

Although IUD insertion is a very effective contraceptive method, it also brings many side effects. It may cause endocrine disorders, bleeding, ectopic pregnancy, etc. Therefore, female friends should pay attention to protective measures after IUD insertion and avoid too intense sexual life. The main reason for not having menstruation after having an IUD inserted is endocrine disorder, which needs to be regulated. If menstruation does not come for a long time, the IUD needs to be removed.

How long does it take to get your period after having an IUD inserted?

IUD is a good method of contraception, but it is inevitable that there will be some side effects. After all, IUD is to place an object in the mother's body, and the body will have some sequelae to a certain extent. Irregular menstruation is one of the side effects of having an IUD inserted. Generally speaking, a delay of one week in the menstrual cycle is normal.

Generally speaking, the first menstruation after IUD insertion will occur one month after the operation. However, it also depends on the specific individual situation, because the menstrual cycle is also affected by factors such as women's age, psychology, endocrine system, mental state, and their own physical illness. So some people will have their period a few days earlier, while others will have their period a few days later. This is all normal.

If menstruation is delayed after surgery and lasts for more than 10 days, you should be alert. It is also very important to go to the relevant gynecological hospital for follow-up consultation in time.

What to do if menstruation does not come after IUD insertion

Irregular menstruation after IUD insertion is one of the side effects of IUD insertion, but this side effect is not long-term and will get better after a period of time. However, some women experience severe symptoms after having an IUD inserted, so they need to go to the hospital for a check-up to see if they are suitable for having an IUD inserted or if there are other reasons causing their irregular menstruation. If the IUD is not suitable, it should be removed as soon as possible.

Since many female friends now do not want children, they choose the contraceptive method of IUD insertion. However, many female friends’ menstruation stops after the IUD insertion. Regarding this situation, experts tell the majority of female friends that this is an abnormal phenomenon. It is generally considered that the contraceptive ring is stimulating the body's reaction, and you can go to the hospital for symptomatic treatment. It is recommended to have a gynecological examination and treat the symptoms accordingly.

Experts point out that the absence of menstruation may be due to damage during the insertion of the IUD, so it is recommended that patients should go to the hospital for examination and determine the cause.