Women are born with a uterus, which adds a lot of trouble to them compared to men. In addition to taking on the responsibility of nurturing the next generation, one also needs to worry about various unexpected "surprises". Mentioning ectopic pregnancy can make a woman's scalp tingle, as not detecting it in time can cause massive bleeding, and ectopic pregnancy surgery is even more painful for women. To avoid this unexpected pregnancy, many women choose to have an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted. So, how long after ectopic pregnancy surgery can an intrauterine device be inserted? Please continue reading.
How long after ectopic pregnancy surgery can an intrauterine device be inserted
Generally, doctors recommend having a normal menstrual period after ectopic pregnancy surgery, and an intrauterine device can be inserted within three to seven days after the period is over. Friends with weak physical constitution can also rest for another three months after surgery and have an IUD inserted after a normal menstrual period.
What are the precautions after getting an IUD inserted
1. Take appropriate rest
After the insertion of the intrauterine device (IUD), the cervix is relatively loose and the IUD is prone to detachment. Therefore, it is recommended to rest for two days after IUD insertion. It is not advisable to engage in heavy physical labor or participate in high-intensity physical activities within a week. When urinating or defecating, try to avoid holding your breath too hard to prevent sudden increase in abdominal pressure from causing dislodgement.
2. Maintain hygiene
Ring insertion is a surgical procedure. To avoid infection, the external genitalia should be kept clean after surgery. The lower body should be washed with warm water every night and underwear should be changed. Within two weeks, sexual activity (which requires active cooperation from the male partner) and sitz baths (although showering or scrubbing is allowed) are prohibited to maintain vaginal hygiene and prevent cross infection.
3. Pay attention to observation
Within a few days after inserting the intrauterine device (IUD) (mainly in the first three days), there may be a small amount of vaginal bleeding, mild lower abdominal discomfort (such as lower back pain and sagging sensation), and increased vaginal discharge (caused by surgical trauma, mechanical compression of the IUD, or rupture of small blood vessels in the endometrium), which generally disappear on their own and do not require treatment. If the bleeding is excessive or lasts for more than a week, especially when there is abdominal pain, fever, etc., it is necessary to see a doctor in a timely manner.
4. Prevent detachment
During the first 3 months after inserting an intrauterine device (IUD), especially for women with a loose cervix and heavy menstrual flow, the IUD may detach with menstrual blood during menstruation. Therefore, these women should pay extra attention to whether the IUD falls out with menstrual blood when using the toilet during their menstrual period. Once it occurs, it is necessary to promptly go to the hospital for replacement and pay attention to changing the appropriate size of the model to avoid further detachment.
In short, being a woman is not easy, and everyone should take good care of themselves. Although getting an intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of contraception, according to my understanding, many modern female friends are not very accepting of it and are afraid of the side effects after getting an IUD. But this also varies from person to person. Anyway, women must do a good job of contraception in their daily lives (of course, this also requires the cooperation of men).
