The different types of IUDs and how to decide which is best for you
Mood changes Irregular bleeding Severe complications, like perforation, are rare and only seen in cases where IUDs are placed improperly or in the case of undiagnosed infection, Chang says. However, even an IUD that is malpositioned or causes a small perforation can usually be removed with minor surgery and minimal risk for any long-term problems. Advertisement Non-hormonal IUD Non-hormonal IUDs do not contain levonorgestrel and are instead made of copper, which is thought to prevent pregnancy by interfering with sperm movement and preventing implantation, Chang says. Paragard is the only n...