What happens to periods with an intrauterine device or system (IUD/IUS)?

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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 ...

• 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 ...

• How effective is the intrauterine device or system (IUD/IUS)?

  All types of intrauterine devices and intrauterine systems (both hormone-based and copper-based) provide 99% protection against pregnancy when fitted correctly, making them among the most effective contraceptives available. Intrauterine devices do ...

• How do I get the intrauterine device or system (IUD/IUS) in Malta?

  Copper and hormone IUDs are usually inserted in private gynaecology clinics, and the costs of the device and insertion usually have to be paid out of pocket. If you have private health insurance please check whether they would cover or subsidise the ...

• What are the differences between hormone intrauterine systems (IUS) and copper intrauterine devices (IUD)?

  The main difference between hormone intrauterine systems (IUS) and copper intrauterine devices (IUD) is that hormone IUSs have hormones and copper IUDs do not. The hormones in IUSs can have beneficial effects, as well as side effects. Advantages of ...