What is IUD?
An intrauterine device, also known as intrauterine contraceptive device or coil, is a small, often T-shaped birth control device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. IUDs are one form of long-acting reversible birth control.
How much does it cost to insert an IUD in South Africa?
Skyla and Liletta are other examples of hormonal IUDs, they last for up to three years. Cost: The Mirena costs about R2 000 in South Africa’s private sector, excluding the fee for inserting the device.
Can you get an IUD in South Africa?
Two types of IUD are offered in South Africa: the Copper T (non-hormonal) and the Mirena or Skyla (hormonal).
What are the requirements to get an IUD?
There’s no age requirement to get an IUD. If your nurse or doctor says an IUD is safe for you, you can get one. Most of the time, you don’t need parent permission to get birth control, like IUDs
Can a GP insert an IUD?
Your primary care or women’s doctor can insert an IUD. They can insert ParaGard at any time during your menstrual cycle. Hormonal IUDs should be inserted in the first 7 days of your cycle. The procedure is quick and done in the doctor’s office.
Does IUD make you gain weight?
It found no evidence that IUD use affects weight. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, hormonal forms of birth control probably won’t cause you to gain a lot of weight either. If you think you’ve gained weight because of your hormonal contraceptive, talk to your doctor.