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2. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   The failure rate of a copper IUD is approximately 0.8% and can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years. The hormonal IUD (also known as levonorgestrel intrauterine system or LNg IUD) releases a small amount of the hormone called progestin that can prevent pregnancy for 3–8 years with a failure rate of 0.1-0.4%. [1]

3. Hormonal intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   However, a study in the Mirena application for FDA approval found a lower continuation of breastfeeding at 75 days in hormonal IUD users (44%) versus copper IUD users (79%). [39]: 37 When using Mirena, about 0.1% of the maternal dose of levonorgestrel can be transferred via milk to the nursed infant. [40]

4. Intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   Nonhormonal: Copper-containing IUD (ParaGard and others) Hormonal: Progestogen-releasing IUD (Mirena and others) The WHO ATC labels both copper and hormonal devices as IUDs. In the United Kingdom, there are more than 10 different types of copper IUDs available. In the United Kingdom, the term IUD refers only to these copper devices.

5. 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.

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

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   October 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM Intrauterine devices (IUDs) can increase breast cancer risk by a similar margin compared to contraceptive pills, a recent study found. Image credit: Martí Sans/ Stocksy .

7. List of progestogens available in the United States - Wikipedia

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   Medroxyprogesterone acetate (Amen, Curretab, Cycrin, Provera) – 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg; Megestrol acetate (Megace) – 20 mg, 40 mg – approved specifically for the treatment of breast and endometrial cancer [46] and for the treatment of anorexia, cachexia, and weight loss in patients with AIDS Tooltip acquired immunodeficiency syndrome [47]

8. Will California homeowners relocate or rebuild? Both are costly

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   Tens of thousands of California residents will decide whether to permanently relocate or rebuild their homes after the most destructive fires in Los Angeles’ history.

9. 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]