{"id":130,"date":"2023-11-07T16:23:41","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T16:23:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uterus.com\/?page_id=130"},"modified":"2024-01-22T20:46:26","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T20:46:26","slug":"intrauterine-devices-iuds","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uterus.com\/intrauterine-devices-iuds\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00a0Intrauterine Devices (IUDS)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are highly effective, long-acting forms of contraception that are inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. IUDs are T-shaped devices made of plastic and\/or metal that release hormones (hormonal IUDs) or are made with copper (copper IUDs). They work by creating an environment in the uterus that is unfavorable for fertilization and implantation. There are two main types of IUDs: hormonal IUDs and copper IUDs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These intrauterine devices release a small amount of synthetic progestin hormone into the uterus over a specified period (usually 3 to 7 years, depending on the type).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
They primarily work by thickening cervical mucus, inhibiting sperm movement, and sometimes preventing ovulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n