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Many women wonder about an effective method of contraception. There are many possibilities. The contraceptive spiral is one solution. It is convenient because you don’t have to remember about it, just like when you take pills. What else is worth knowing about the contraceptive device?
What is the contraceptive spiral?
Contraceptive spiral, otherwise IUD, is a very modern and effective way to protect against pregnancy. The insole is made of plastic, which is enriched with the addition of silver, copper or hormones. The insert is shaped like the letter T.
The contraceptive spiral is inserted and removed by the gynecologist. It is a completely painless procedure, although there are pain conditions. However, they are not greater than those occurring during a normal period.
Spiral – as a type of contraception – is recommended primarily to women who have already given birth to children and who will not decide to give birth quickly. In addition, the spiral is a very good solution for those ladies who cannot use oral contraceptive pills.
The contraceptive spiral – how does it work?
The contraceptive spiral works on many levels. First of all, the insert:
- causes changes in the consistency of the mucus, which in turn prevents the sperm from moving smoothly,
- hinders the movement of the ovum,
- spermicidal effect is possible through copper ions,
- it also causes a slight inflammation which reduces the proper implantation of the embryo after fertilization.
It is worth mentioning that the contraceptive spiral with the addition of hormones can be equipped with a small container of progestogen, which is slowly released into the uterus. Such action causes the mucus to thicken and the incoming sperm cannot move freely.
Any questions regarding the principles of operation and functions of the contraceptive spiral can now be asked to the gynecologist during a convenient online consultation via the halodoctor.pl portal.
Contraceptive spiral – price
As for the cost of the contraceptive spiral, it varies. You can buy an intrauterine device at a good price on Medonet Market. The price of the spiral placement procedure may range from PLN 400 to even PLN 1500.
Contraceptive spiral – reviews
Opinions about the contraceptive spiral are diverse. Proponents of this method of preventing pregnancy indicate many advantages of such a solution. First of all, it is convenient to use. The IUD is inserted once every few years and you do not need to remember about it every day, as is the case with the contraceptive pill. What’s more – the spiral can be used by women who for some reason cannot take oral contraception, as well as by breastfeeding women. Many users appreciate the spiral because it makes their periods shorter and less abundant. It is also worth mentioning that the insert protects against the development of dangerous fibroids and polyps.
As for the opponents of the contraceptive spiral, they often complain about the occurrence of more intense bleeding, as well as more frequent infections of the reproductive organs. It should be noted, however, that the problem of major bleeding does not occur in the case of using a hormonal spiral.