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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. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   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] IUDs can be removed by a trained medical professional at any time before the expiration date to allow for pregnancy.

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

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   A Mirena IUD. Nydia Blas for TIME The CHOICE project did not ask those women which type of birth control best fit their lifestyles, or if they were seeking a method that they could stop on their ...

5. Long-acting reversible contraceptives - Wikipedia

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   Copper IUD. LARC methods include IUDs and the subdermal implant. [13] IUDs, also sometimes referred to as IUS (intrauterine system) or IUC (intrauterine contraception), can come in hormonal or nonhormonal varieties. Hormonal intrauterine devices are sold under the brand names Mirena, Skyla, Liletta, and others. [14]

6. 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 ...

7. Intrauterine device - Wikipedia

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   An intrauterine device (IUD), also known as an intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD or ICD) or coil, [3] is a small, often T-shaped birth control device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. IUDs are a form of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC). [4]

8. Levonorgestrel - Wikipedia

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   Levonorgestrel is a hormonal medication which is used in a number of birth control methods. [3] [7] It is combined with an estrogen to make combination birth control pills. [8]As an emergency birth control, sold under the brand names Plan B One-Step and Julie, among others, it is useful within 72 hours of unprotected sex.

9. Yup, there really was a 20-foot-tall inflatable IUD in ... - AOL

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   A 20-foot-tall inflatable IUD was planted at Des Moines' Cowles Commons Tuesday to promote access to birth control. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 ...