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2. Hormonal intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   Mirena IUD visible on pelvic radiograph. The hormonal IUD is a small T-shaped piece of plastic, which contains levonorgestrel, a type of progestin. [29] The cylinder of the device is coated with a membrane that regulates the release of the drug. [75] Bayer markets Skyla as Jaydess in the United Kingdom. [76]

3. Intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   The IUD is surrounded by a hypoechoic (dark) foreign-body granuloma. Regardless of IUD type, there are some potential side effects that are similar for all IUDs. Some of these side effects include bleeding pattern changes, expulsion, pelvic inflammatory disease (especially in the first 21 days after insertion), and rarely uterine perforation.

4. Levonorgestrel - Wikipedia

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   In an intrauterine device (IUD), such as Mirena among others, it is effective for the long-term prevention of pregnancy. [7] A levonorgestrel-releasing implant is also available in some countries. [12] Common side effects include nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, and increased, decreased, or irregular menstrual bleeding. [7]

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

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   I decided last year, at age 40, to get another IUD. This time, I deliberately chose the hormonal IUD Mirena for the benefits of a regulated, lighter period. At my yearly checkup last month, I ...

6. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   Different forms of birth control have different potential side effects. Not all, or even most, users will experience side effects from a method. The less effective the method, the greater the risk of pregnancy, and the side effects associated with pregnancy. Minimal or no side effects occur with coitus interruptus, fertility awareness-based ...

7. How do hormonal IUDs affect breast cancer risk? - AOL

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   IUD use linked to 14 breast cancer cases per every 10,000 women Study participants were followed from the year they started until December 2022, equaling an average of 6.8 years.