"after 4 years of painful periods my paraguard embedded and perforated my uterus. i went to my doctor after experiencing bleeding for over a week. i was shocked to learn i was pregnant, and had to have a d&amp;c to save my life. the paraguard caused internal scarring and possible infertility. this was the worst experience of my life and i warn everyone to avoid this birth control method. it is ineffective and can turn life threatening. i share my personal experience to inform others of the risks, which were not fully shared with me."