How quickly can I get pregnant after the intrauterine device (IUD) is removed?

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• What is an intrauterine device (IUD) or intrauterine system (IUS)?

  An intrauterine device (IUD) is a contraceptive that is inserted by a doctor into the uterus. It is ideal if you want a low maintenance contraceptive. It's a fit-and-forget contraceptive, which means you do not have to remember to use it regularly ...

• Can I have an abortion with pills if I have an intrauterine device (IUD)?

  If you become pregnant with an intrauterine device (IUD), you should have an ultrasound because there is a higher risk of ectopic pregnancy. The IUD makes the uterus inhospitable for a fertilized egg and therefore if a pregnancy does occur, it is ...

• How quickly can I get pregnant after removing the implant?

  Fertility returns quickly after the implant is removed and you can become pregnant straight away. If you do not intend to become pregnant after removing the implant, you should immediately start another method of contraception. If you were ...

• How is an intrauterine device or system (IUD/IUS) fitted?

  Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are inserted by most gynaecologists in Malta in their clinics. The doctor will make sure that you're not pregnant at the time of insertion since an IUD could complicate a pregnancy. You may be given some local anaesthetic ...