The purpose of wearing an intrauterine device (IUD) for women is to prevent pregnancy. However, the IUD should not be worn casually and has a certain duration. It is best to wear it within three to seven days after menstruation. There are also many issues that need to be noted after wearing the IUD, otherwise it will affect the effectiveness of the IUD or its health. Especially after wearing an IUD, it is not advisable to have sexual intercourse for two weeks. What should we do if we have sexual intercourse after wearing an IUD for one day?
What should I do if I have sex after wearing a ring for a day
Do not have sexual intercourse before getting an intrauterine device (IUD) to avoid pregnancy, usually two weeks after getting an IUD. Ejaculation outside the body generally does not lead to pregnancy. After wearing an intrauterine device (IUD) for a day, having sex may not lead to pregnancy. However, due to the instability of the IUD, sexual intercourse may experience displacement, detachment, and other phenomena.
Precautions after wearing the ring
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.
Wearing an intrauterine device (IUD) is a safe, effective, reliable, and economical contraceptive measure. However, there are many issues to be aware of before and after IUD use, such as not being able to have sexual intercourse for two weeks, having to rest after IUD use, and not doing strenuous activities. Before wearing an intrauterine device (IUD), a gynecological examination should be conducted. If there is gynecological inflammation, the inflammation should be treated first before wearing the IUD. It is best to wear the IUD during the safe period to prevent pregnancy.
