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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. Levonorgestrel - Wikipedia

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    Levonorgestrel works by preventing ovulation or fertilization from occurring. [10] It decreases the chances of pregnancy by 57–93%. [11] 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]

  4. 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]

  5. Plan B or IUD? Here’s what to know about emergency ... - AOL

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    The IUD releases copper ions into the uterus, which make an inhospitable environment for sperm. ... “So if you take it in a short period of time, then you are preventing ovulation for that ...

  6. Is it possible to get pregnant with an IUD? - AOL

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    But no form of birth control is 100 percent effective, even the incredibly reliable intrauterine device (IUD), and that can leave you anxiety-Googling things like “pregnant with IUD symptoms ...

  7. 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 ...

  8. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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    The copper IUD (also known as a copper T intrauterine device) is a non-hormonal option of birth control. It is wrapped in copper which creates a toxic environment for sperm and eggs, thus preventing pregnancy. [2] The failure rate of a copper IUD is approximately 0.8% and can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years.

  9. Contraceptive implant - Wikipedia

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    An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small contraceptive device, often T-shaped, which is implanted into the uterus. They can be hormonal or non-hormonal, and are long-acting, reversible, and the most effective types of reversible birth control. [14] As of 2011, IUDs are the most widely used form of reversible contraception worldwide. [15]