In an effort to make the IUD insertion visit as seamless and painless as possible, these are our suggestions!
IUD CHECK LIST
At the office visit prior:
- Pap/ STD testing uptodate.
- Sonogram to check uterine cavity done.
- Paper work signed.
You will get a call from us to inform that we have the IUD.
If you don’t hear from us in 2 weeks, please call us or email us.
For IUD insertion visit:
- Call on Day 1 of period to schedule IUD insertion. Needs to be done towards the end of the period.
- Please eat something at least 1-2 hours before appt.
- Take 600 mg Ibuprofen (if not allergic) after food 1 hour before appt. OR Tylenol (1000mg) if allergic to Ibuprofen.
- Follow up appt. in 1 month for sonogram to check IUD placement.
- Expect cramping for 2-3 days after procedure and next few periods.
- Can take Ibuprofen (600mg) or Tylenol (650mg) every 6-8 hrs for that pain.
- Check IUD by Ultrasound once a year.
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