The IUD (Hormonal and Copper)

In today’s blog post, we will discuss the IUDs, hormonal and copper, and the pros and cons to each of them. To listen to an in-depth conversation all about the IUD, listen to my podcast episode with Dr. Lara Briden here.

Downsides to consider for each IUD:

• Copper
• Competes with zinc levels
• Copper excess 
• Heavier periods
• Vagus nerve interference
• Painful insertion 
• Hormonal
• Possible suppression of ovulation
• Painful insertion
• Prolonged bleeding
• Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
• They can move / come out
• Can cause ovarian cysts
• Can damage the vaginal microbiome
• Other possible side effects: hormonal acne, weight gain, anxiety, depression, hair loss

Pros of each IUD

• Copper 
• Ovulation may resume
• Emergency contraception before ovulation occurs
• Hormonal
• Lighter periods

To listen to an in-depth conversation all about the IUD, listen to my podcast episode with Dr. Lara Briden here.