Medically reviewed by Cordelia Nwankwo, MD IUDs are more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.With hormonal IUDs, you ...

The most common side effect after getting an IUD inserted is cramping. Hormonal IUDs like Mirena can make your period lighter and, in some cases, stop it altogether. Non-hormonal copper IUDs can cause ...

Copper IUDs are small, T-shaped devices inserted into your uterus to prevent pregnancy. The only available copper IUD in the United States is called Paragard. Copper IUDs prevent sperm from reaching ...

Birth control interactions occur when medications or supplements affect how well contraception works or increase side effects. These interactions vary depending on the type of birth control you use.

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Dozens of women reported health problems following the removal of a Ballerine IUD. In certain instances, the device became lodged, or its threads snapped. Several women also endured intense pain while ...

A new study adds to a growing set of evidence that women who use hormonal birth control have higher rates of breast cancer, but experts have stressed that the overall risk remains low. The latest ...

Hormonal birth control can both help and hinder chronic health conditions, depending on the specific method and the condition. Individuals with chronic conditions should consider how different birth ...

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