The chances are that you will be happy with an IUCD although, as with anything in life, problems do occasionally arise.
Your IUCD could result in pelvic pain, irregular vaginal bleeding and heavier periods.
The IUCD is one form of birth control that can be associated with heavy
periods.
The device may be expelled by the uterus and, if you are not aware that this has happened, you could inadvertently have unprotected intercourse with the possibility of pregnancy.
Copper IUCDs are associated with a risk of pelvic infection (Q 20.2).
Very rarely, the device may perforate the uterus and end up inside the abdomen (one in a thousand chance).
The aim of this web site is to provide a general guide and it is not intended as a substitute for a consultation with an appropriate specialist in respect of individual care and treatment.
