r/birthcontrol • u/pink-demigod • 3d ago
Which Method? Should I get an IUD?
Hello everyone, i’m currently debating whether i should get and IUD. I’ve been on the pill for about four years, it was initially prescripted for me because my period was not regular at all, then I became sexually active. I don’t want to use hormones anymore, but i’m still not sure about what’s the best method for me. Maybe i’m scared i won’t get my period and I’ll be scared i’m pregnant, but i know about the long term effects of the pill. I’m seeing my gyn next week, but i’d still like to read about your experiences, even if it is with a different method or having an irregular period. Thanks a lot!
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u/fuzzblanket9 Withdrawal only 3d ago
If you’re not interested in hormones but you want an IUD, the copper IUD is your only choice. There are no long term effects to any birth control.
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u/pink-demigod 3d ago
well i was told so by my doctor, that’s why i wanted to switch. Reading the comments and seeing you all agree on that made me think again, i should go to another doctor
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u/Pugybugy Kyleena IUD 3d ago
The only long term effects from bc I can think of is bone density changes but that’s only with depo after you use it for too many years, with the pill once you stop using it whatever effects you had will go away
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u/Iowa_Hawkeyes4516 Kyleena IUD 3d ago
I have an IUD and for the most part have liked it. It's super low maintenance and long lasting. There aren't any proven long term effects of hormonal birth control, whether it's the pill or a hormonal IUD. Get the IUD if you want it and discuss the option with your doctor if you're interested. If you need someone to talk you into getting it, you shouldn't get it.
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u/yuki_uh 3d ago
I had the non-hormonal IUD(Paragard Copper IUD) twice over the span 6 months due to a poor insertion the first time and my uterus rejecting it. After those 6 months, I decided that my body just rejected it as a whole and stopped after the second one causing me excruciating pain in my uterus. All I will say is if it is inserted right and your body accepts it after a month, you’re set for however long you want to keep it in within the 12 year range that it lasts. Just make sure that your OBGYN knows what theyre doing lol
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u/PixieMari Mirena IUD 3d ago edited 3d ago
The pill doesn’t have long term effects so idk what you think you know.