{"id":302,"date":"2023-08-28T19:49:16","date_gmt":"2023-08-28T19:49:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.allsafemd.com\/?page_id=302"},"modified":"2025-03-11T00:40:08","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T00:40:08","slug":"birth-control-iud-nexplanon","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.allsafemd.com\/es\/gynecology\/birth-control-iud-nexplanon\/","title":{"rendered":"Birth Control | IUD | Nexplanon"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Birth Control | IUD in Los Angeles & Orange Country, CA<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), including intrauterine devices (IUDs) and contraceptive implants like Nexplanon<\/strong>, are among the most effective birth control options available. These methods provide over 99% efficacy<\/strong>, offering long-term pregnancy prevention with minimal maintenance.<\/p>

At AllSafe Medical Group, we’re committed to providing comprehensive information to aid in your family planning decisions. Our seasoned\u00a0experts<\/a>\u00a0are available for consultations to discuss your unique needs further, explaining IUDs and contraceptive implants, showcasing their benefits and how they might be the right choice for your family planning needs.\u00a0Schedule a consultation<\/a>\u00a0to discuss your unique needs further with one of our leading experts.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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At AllSafe Medical, we are proud to offer long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) options to our patients. There are two types of LARCs, IUDs and implants. IUDs are inserted into your uterus and implants are inserted into your arm. Both can prevent pregnancy for several years.<\/p>

We must emphasize that when selecting a provider with extensive experience, such as the expert team at AllSafe Medical Group, these risks are minimized to the absolute smallest chances. We’ve included these risks here so that all our patients have the most comprehensive and thorough understanding of IUDs possible before committing to any procedure.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>

Here are some potential side effects and risks associated with IUD use:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Pain, dizziness, and cramping may occur during or after the IUD insertion procedure.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Spotting and irregular bleeding are common in the first few months following IUD insertion, particularly with hormonal IUDs.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Non-hormonal IUDs, such as the copper IUD, might lead to heavier menstrual bleeding and increased menstrual cramping.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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These may include headaches, nausea, breast tenderness, mood changes, and acne.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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There’s a small chance that the IUD could slip out of the uterus, either partially or completely. This is more likely to occur soon after the IUD is inserted.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Rarely, the IUD can perforate (puncture) the uterine wall during the insertion. It’s a rare but serious occurrence.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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There is a small risk of infection following the insertion procedure.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Although IUDs are highly effective in preventing pregnancy, if pregnancy does occur, there’s a higher chance that it could be ectopic (a pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube).<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Hormonal IUDs may lead to lighter periods or suppressed periods altogether.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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It’s very rare, but if pregnancy occurs while an IUD is in place, it may lead to severe complications, including severe infection, miscarriage, or premature delivery.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Intrauterine Devices (IUDs) are small, T-shaped devices meticulously placed inside the uterus to prevent pregnancy. They stand as a long-term, reversible form of contraception, making them a dependable ally for those seeking extended protection. IUDs come in two main variants: hormonal, which releases progestin to thicken the cervical mucus, maintain a thin uterine lining and occasionally prevent ovulation; and copper, which releases copper ions to deter sperm survival in the uterus.<\/p>

Benefits of IUDs include:<\/p>