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2. Hormonal intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   The IUD with progestogen is a type of long-acting reversible birth control. [5] It works by thickening the mucus at the opening of the cervix, stopping the buildup of the lining of the uterus, and occasionally preventing ovulation. [2] The IUD with levonorgestrel was first approved for medical use in 1990 in Finland and in the United States in ...

3. Women Say They Were Pressured Into Long-Term Birth Control

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   It left her with four thumb-sized scars on her belly from where a doctor inserted an instrument to try to find the IUD. The experience caused Frison, a 32-year-old hairdresser, to have a profound ...

4. One woman's IUD fell out without her knowing. Here's ... - AOL

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   This time, I deliberately chose the hormonal IUD Mirena for the benefits of a regulated, lighter period. At my yearly checkup last month, I discovered that it had been partially expelled. The ...

5. Intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   ] One commercial hormonal IUD which is currently available, Mirena, was also developed by Luukkainen and released in 1976. [83] The manufacturer of the Mirena, Bayer AG, became the target of multiple lawsuits over allegations that Bayer failed to adequately warn users that the IUD could pierce the uterus and migrate to other parts of the body. [88]

6. Long-acting reversible contraceptives - Wikipedia

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   IUD use carries some additional risks. Both hormonal and non-hormonal IUDs may lead to developing non-cancerous ovarian cysts. [21] [25] It is also possible that an IUD may be expelled (fall out) from the uterus. [26] The IUD may also perforate (tear) the uterine wall. This is extremely rare and a medical emergency. [27]

7. 7 Causes of Belly Fat (& How to Reduce It) - AOL

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   So, the best way to reduce belly fat is to lose any excess weight. These tips will help you lose weight and fat around the belly. zi3000 / iStock. 1. Eat nutritious foods.