Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are one of the most effective and low-maintenance forms of birth control available, with a failure rate of less than 1% per year. They ...

While the copper IUD is one of the most effective contraceptive methods available, its side effects can be significant. In ...

In some cases, hormonal IUDs can also help reduce heavy menstrual bleeding and cramping. A hormonal IUD is a small, T-shaped ...

Multiple studies have shown a rapid return to fertility after women have IUDs removed. When such a woman has difficulty ...

Women's health providers at Christ Hospital are pioneering the use of nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, to ...

Everything you knew about IUDs might be wrong. Doctors reveal the truth about this birth control method and why ...

The possible pain of iud insertion is one of the most often expressed worries. Although individual pain tolerance differs, there are strategies to be ready: Over-the-counter pain relief: To reduce ...

when the device is noted to be absent. Unless there is excessive bleeding suggesting laceration of a uterine vessel, removal of the perforating IUD from the abdominal cavity should be done ...

Immediate placement of an intrauterine device after giving birth did not increase visits to OB/GYNs compared with a delayed ...

Thousands of Inuit women and girls were fitted with an intrauterine device (IUD), commonly known as a coil, during the 1960s and 70s. It is a contraceptive device placed inside the womb - or ...

A new study found the number of tubal sterilizations and vasectomies rose after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, allowing states to ban abortion.