IUD Side Effects: What You Should Know

Last Reviewed: October 13, 2020 -
originally Published: March 17, 2018
Dr. Jolene Brighten

“There is no denying IUDs are effective at preventing pregnancy. In fact, they are about 99% effective with little room for user error! Wahoo! Who doesn't love that? But like all forms of birth control, IUDs have side effects.”

“Scary IUD Side Effects”….

“Perforation—The IUD Attaches to Your Uterus and/or Busts Through”

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“Expulsion—Your Uterus Kicks It OUT”

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“Hormonal IUD Side Effects

Unpredictable Periods”

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“Breast Cancer Risk”

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“Depression Risk with Hormonal Birth Control”

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“Copper IUD Side Effects

Period Problems—Heavy, Painful Periods”

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“Copper Toxicity?”

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“Pelvic Inflammatory Disease”

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“Alternatives to an IUD'“

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