2. IUD (INTRAUTERINE DEVICE)
The design is to
prevent pregnancy
for 3 years and
targeted to women
who have not had
children.
01
It is a small piece of
flexible plastic
shaped like a T.
Sometimes it is called
an IUC- intrauterine
contraception
02
The device is
effective immediately
if you have it
inserted within 7
days of the start of
your period.
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3. IUD
◦ The first IUD was developed in 1909 by
the German physician Richard Ritcher, of
Waldenburg. His device was made of
silkworm gut and was not widely used.
Ernst Grafenberg, another German
physician ( after whom the G-spot is
named), created the first Ring IUD,
Grafenberg’s ring, made of silver filaments.
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6. Pros of using IUD
I. It is so tiny you can’t feel it
II. Almost as effective as abstinence
III. It is ready when you are
IV. Low maintenance
V. Can be emergency conception
VI. Reversible
7. Cons of using IUD
I. Your OB/GYN specialist must insert it
II. IUDs don’t protect against STDs
III. Rarely, the IUD slips out of place
IV. Sometimes has side effects
V. Your periods may become heavier, longer or more painful