IUD Home Removal: Why Are Women Doing It?

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Sep 15, 2021
Brut America
Women are posting videos online of themselves removing their IUDs at home.
While most doctors advise against it, here's why it's becoming a trend ...

Key moments:
0:09 - People are taking out their IUDs at home
1:00 - there can be serious Ng associated with…
2:33 - they may result in unpleasant symptoms
4:10 - In the U.S., the cost can range from $50 to $1,000 with an average cost of $262

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