Is an IUD Right for You?
Is an IUD Right for You?
Each woman’s body is unique, and there are no “one-size-fits-all” solutions when it comes to contraception and family planning. It’s essential to consider your options and choose a contraception method best suited to your body’s unique needs and personal lifestyle. Our physicians and clinical staff at Central Clinic for Women are committed to providing dedicated and compassionate care for women of all ages, and we’re ready to help you make a properly informed decision!
We provide a full range of gynecology services and obstetric care for women, and we’ll help you develop a personalized plan for your long-term health and well-being! Our services include maternity care, annual women’s health checkups and gynecology wellness checks, annual pap smears, women's health screenings, menopause treatment, and cervical cancer screening. Here are a few frequently asked questions about Intrautterine Devices (IUDs), and we’re always a phone call away when you’re ready to schedule an appointment!
How do you use an IUD? One of the greatest benefits of using an IUD is never having to remember to take a pill once the device is in place. Your women’s health doctor will insert the device during an outpatient office visit, and some brands last up to 12 years.
What’s the best IUD for you? We offer a number of IUDs from leading pharmaceutical companies, and you and your physician will choose the most suitable device together. Click the links below to learn more about the IUD brands we currently offer:
Are there any side effects from using an IUD? One of the greatest benefits of using an IUD is that many of the side effects that accompany oral contraceptives are much less common. If you’re sensitive to hormones, non-hormonal options are also available. IUDs won’t increase your risk of developing blood clots like combination pills, which make them a safer option for women over 35. Hormonal IUDs often cause spotting and irregular bleeding for the first few months, and some women even stop having periods. Be sure to contact your OB-GYN immediately in the event that you experience any cramping, irregular bleeding, or other side effects after your IUD is in place.
Contact us online or at (501) 227-5885 today to schedule your annual exam or to find a trusted gynecologist Little Rock.
