But many are promoting myths and misinformation about the contraceptive device. Gynecologists spoke to Insider about the most concerning misconceptions and the truth behind them. Sexual education and ...

Credit: Sebela Women’s Health. Miudella is supplied as a copper-containing sterile IUS preloaded in a single use inserter. According to Sebella Women’s Health, Miudella has similar efficacy to the ...

An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small, T-shaped device that’s placed inside the uterus to prevent pregnancy. These devices, ...

For the first time in more than 40 years, a new hormone-free intrauterine device (IUD) is coming to market in the U.S.—and it ...

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A TikToker’s video allegedly showing her “DIY IUD removal” has gone viral and is garnering widespread support from other people with uteruses, many of whom say they are also considering removing their ...

For more than 100 years, women have had small gadgets placed in their uteruses to prevent pregnancies. Today, intrauterine devices (IUDs) not only provide excellent “set it and forget it” reversible ...

My husband and I have three kids under the age of 5. I can't take any hormonal birth control, so I opted to have a copper IUD to prevent pregnancy. It affected my periods, sex drive, and my mental ...

For effective, long-lasting birth control, it’s hard to beat an IUD, a.k.a. “intrauterine device,” for foolproof pregnancy protection. An IUD can live in your uterus for up to 12 years, protecting you ...

If you suspect your IUD has shifted or fallen out, experts recommend seeing your health care provider for an exam. (Photo: Getty Images) I was 27 years old when I decided on using an intrauterine ...

TikTok videos about IUDs have racked up over hundreds of millions of views. But many are promoting myths and misinformation about the contraceptive device. Gynecologists spoke to Insider about the ...

According to Sebella Women’s Health, Miudella has similar efficacy to the currently available copper IUDs but with less than half the dose of copper. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ...