What is the best time to take out the IUD?

The IUD is an intrauterine device used by women for contraception. It is a contraceptive device placed in the uterus three months after a normal birth or six months after a caesarean section. Compared to taking pills, birth control is safer. However, the IUD has a shelf life after being placed in the body and needs to be removed after the expiration of the period. So when is the best time to remove the IUD?

There are four best times to remove the IUD for different groups of people:

1. Women of childbearing age: For women of childbearing age who plan to remove the IUD and get pregnant, they can choose to do so three to five days after the end of menstruation. Note that the IUD should be removed six months or one year in advance to allow the body to recover before getting pregnant. [The best time to remove the ring]

2. Removal of IUD for menopausal women. Women in this age group can choose to have their IUD removed within 6 months to 1 year after menopause.

3. For some women, if the IUD has expired, it must be removed in time. After the expiration date, you can go to the hospital to remove the IUD three to five days after the menstruation is over.

4. Some women are not suitable for IUD insertion due to physical problems. They will experience obvious discomfort after insertion, such as lower back pain, or continuous vaginal bleeding, irregular menstruation, etc. In this case, the IUD should be removed in time.

Precautions after removing the ring

1. After the IUD is removed, if you have any abnormal symptoms such as fever, abdominal pain, bleeding more than the menstrual volume, etc., go to the hospital for treatment in time.

2. Rest for one day after the IUD removal. No sexual intercourse or bathing is allowed after two weeks.

3. If you do not plan to get pregnant, you should choose other contraceptive methods after removing the IUD.

4. After the IUD is removed, take medication regularly as prescribed by the doctor.

5. There will be a small amount of vaginal bleeding and lower abdominal discomfort after the IUD removal, which usually disappears naturally within a week and does not require any treatment. If there is heavy bleeding, abdominal pain, and fever, you should seek medical attention promptly. Pay attention to the cleanliness of the vulva. Wash the vulva with clean water every night. Do not use your hands to clean the vagina. No sexual intercourse, tub bath, swimming or sauna bath within 2 weeks.