How long can I have sex after having the contraceptive ring?

The use of an IUD is a relatively common contraceptive measure. This contraceptive measure is relatively simple, does not require medication, and does not require the wearing of condoms. It is relatively safe and effective. For women who do not have fertility requirements or do not have a fertility plan for the time being, an IUD can be used for contraception. After the IUD is inserted, a period of recuperation is required, and sexual intercourse must not be allowed for at least one week to half a month.

How long after the IUD can I have sex?

How long after the IUD is inserted can I have sex? After the IUD placement surgery, sexual intercourse is prohibited for one week to half a month, because there will be a "running-in period" between the IUD and the female body. Starting sexual intercourse too early will cause the IUD to deviate or fall off, and it may also easily cause women to suffer from gynecological inflammation, such as pelvic inflammatory disease, cervicitis, etc.

After the IUD surgery, some women will experience a small amount of vaginal bleeding. In order to prevent postoperative infection and protect your health, it is best not to have sex at this time.

Women can have sexual intercourse half a month after the IUD is inserted, but it should be noted that post-insertion care should be taken seriously to avoid the IUD falling off and causing an unexpected pregnancy.

Women should refer to their own specific circumstances and combine them with the doctor's advice so that they can have a good first sexual experience after the IUD is inserted.

Things to note after having an IUD inserted

1. Take adequate rest

After the ring is just placed, the cervix is ​​relatively loose and the ring is easy to fall off, so you should rest for two days after the ring is placed. You should not do heavy physical labor or participate in high-intensity activities within a week. When urinating or defecating, try to avoid holding your breath too hard to prevent a sudden increase in abdominal pressure from causing the ring to fall off.

2. Maintain hygiene

IUD insertion is a surgical procedure. In order to avoid infection, the vulva should be kept clean after the operation, and the lower body should be washed with warm water and underwear should be changed every night. Sexual intercourse (this requires the active cooperation of the man) and sitting baths (but showers or sponge baths are allowed) are prohibited within two weeks to maintain vaginal hygiene and prevent cross infection.

3. Pay attention to observation

Within a few days after the placement of the IUD (mainly the first three days), there may be a small amount of vaginal bleeding, mild lower abdominal discomfort (such as back pain and a feeling of heaviness), and increased vaginal discharge (this is caused by surgical trauma or mechanical compression of the IUD or rupture of small blood vessels in the endometrium). These symptoms usually disappear on their own and do not require any treatment. If the bleeding is heavy or lasts for more than a week, especially if abdominal pain, fever, etc. occur, you should see a doctor immediately.

4. Prevent falling off

During the first three months after the placement of the IUD, especially for some women with loose cervix and heavy menstrual flow, the IUD may fall off along with the menstrual blood. Therefore, these women should pay special attention to whether the ring falls out with menstrual blood when going to the toilet during menstruation. Once it happens, you should go to the hospital in time to replace it, and pay attention to replacing it with a suitable size to avoid it falling off again.

5. Regular follow-up

The follow-up time is usually in the first month after the IUD is placed, when you go to the hospital for a check-up after your menstrual period ends; then have a check-up every 3 months (or half a year) and one year; and then have a check-up every year (those who have an IUD must go to the hospital or designated place in the community for a "ring check-up" on time).

6. Be careful of hidden pregnancy

IUDs are not 100% effective in preventing pregnancy and a very small number of women may become pregnant with the IUD. Therefore, if amenorrhea occurs during the period of wearing an IUD, especially if accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and picky eating, you should go to the hospital for examination as soon as possible and take remedial measures.

7. Timely consultation

During the wearing of the IUD, if you find abnormal phenomena such as heavy menstruation, prolonged menstruation, or severe lower back pain for a long time (especially more than one year), you should consult a doctor and get timely symptomatic treatment.

Tips:

Within six months to one year after the IUD is placed, some women may experience increased menstrual flow and prolonged menstrual periods. Under the guidance of a doctor, they can use hemostatic drugs or motherwort ointment appropriately during menstruation, and take ferrous sulfate to prevent iron deficiency anemia. If the menstrual flow is particularly heavy, twice (or more) than before the ring is inserted and treatment is ineffective, other methods of contraception should be used.