What are intrauterine device spirals? Reviews

For the first time the mention of the use of intrauterine spirals occurs in 1909. The description of the first device of the IUD, created from the intestine of a silken worm in the form of a ring, has been preserved. However, spirals were used already in ancient times. In our time this type of contraception has become very popular.

The intrauterine device, the species of which are very diverse, is used by women of different ages. There are such types of the Navy as the "umbrella", "loop", "ring", "T" and others. Materials for making spirals, too, are different, but most often plastic, copper and silver are used.

Intra-uterine spirals, which are of positive character, especially prevalent in China. It is in this country that they are used most often.

All over the world, spirals in the form of a ring, without threads, with one curl, are popular. The material is stainless copper. These spirals are intrauterine, positive reviews, prefer 85 million women around the world. In general, such methods of protection from unwanted pregnancy stand in second place after sterilization.

Intrauterine spirals, varieties

1. IUDs with copper deposition. Its principle of operation consists in the destruction of spermatozoa by this spraying and the provocation of inflammation on the wall of the uterus, after which fertilization becomes impossible. The spiral period is from 3 to 5 years.
2. PRS (progesterone-releasing) is a hormonal drug that makes the mucus of the cervix the most viscous, which complicates the course of sperm to the target. Validity period is up to one year.
3. LRS (levonorgestrel-releasing). This is the most advanced type of IUD that can be used from 5 to 7 years.

But in any case, only the gynecologist can help determine the choice of the IUD, taking into account all the wishes of the patient and individual characteristics. Contraindication to the use of spirals are diseases of the genitourinary system, chronic diseases, inflammation in the body.

Important conditions for a good contraceptive result are size, shape, the presence of progestins or copper in the spiral, the patient's age, the number of births in the anamnesis and pregnancies.

Spirals intrauterine reviews with a negative rating are from older women. The indicator of the effectiveness of the IUD is indeed declining with the age of the patient. Among the popular types of spirals currently used, the IUD in the form of a copper ring is considered less effective, and the most effective are the Copper-T 380A.

The following helices intrauterine responses of a positive nature cause the most frequently:
- IUD from progesterone or copper;
- IUDs having a large surface area;
- IUDs administered completely to the uterus;
- The Navy, whose work is found on time.

Other properties of spirals

The IUD, in addition to its direct purpose, can be used to reduce the intensity of dysmenorrhea and bleeding during menstruation. They are also often used for the prevention and treatment of Asherman's syndrome - the adhesive processes of the uterine cavity.

Removing the IUD

Remove the spiral can only specialist. Self-extracting the IUD can damage the genitals. The procedure in most cases is absolutely painless. The main thing is to remove the spiral before the expiration date. Spirals are also good because they do not in any way reduce or break the reproductive function of women. Therefore, after removal of the IUD, pregnancy is likely in the first month.

Finally, the use of the IUD involves systematic observation by a gynecologist.