Will the Paragard IUD affect my period?



At first, you may have heavier and longer periods with spotting in between; usually it decreases over time. Call your healthcare provider if the bleeding remains heavier or longer and spotting continues.

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  • Don’t use Paragard if you are or may be pregnant, have fibroids, a pelvic infection including pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), get infections easily, certain cancers, unexplained bleeding, Wilson’s disease, or a copper allergy. IUDs, including Paragard, have been associated with an increased risk of PID. Continue reading
  • Pregnancy with Paragard is rare but can be life threatening and cause infertility or loss of pregnancy. Continue reading