There are two types of IUDs available for you to choose from: 1  ParaGuard: a copper IUD that is effective for 12 years unless removed. 2  Mirena: a hormonal IUD that releases levonorgestrel a synthetic progestin and is effective for 5 years unless removed.
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The copper IUD can be used as emergency contraception. ParaGard IUDs are the most effective form of emergency contraception out there. If you get one within 120 hours (5 days) of having unprotected sex, it's over 99% effective against pregnancy. And — bonus! — your copper IUD can keep preventing pregnancy for as long as you like up to 12 years.
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/iud/what-are-the-benefits-of-iuds
Quality of Life Better With IUD. The study included 571 women with heavy periods followed for two years during treatment with either the Mirena IUD, oral hormone therapy, or the non-hormonal anti-bleeding drugs tranexamic acid and mefenamic acid.
http://www.webmd.com/women/news/20130104/iud-heavy-menstrual-bleeding
The following is an overview of the health risks and benefits of the IUD, so that you as a powerful, kick-ass woman can take control of your health and make the best, and informed, decision for YOU.
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The Benefits of the IUD. 1  Provides flexible birth control that you do not have to take everyday. * 2 May reduce heavy periods. 3  Extremely effective at preventing pregnancy.  Long term 1  contraception. May reduce the risk of endometrial cancer.
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But the IUD’s place in the array of modern contraception is not without problems. Challenges connected to both cost and coercion can undermine the benefits of this important contraceptive option. Hormonal & Non-hormonal IUDs. Two types of IUDs are available in the U.S: ParaGard and Mirena.
https://www.nwhn.org/not-your-mothers-iud-risks-and-benefits-of-modern-iuds/
When to stop contraception. Contraception should be continued for at least one year after your last period if the periods stop after the age of 50, and for two years if your periods stop before the age of 50. This is because sometimes periods may restart even after several months with no bleeding.
https://www.womens-health-concern.org/help-and-advice/factsheets/contraception-older-woman/
The Mirena IUD implantable contraceptive was found to be superior to oral contraceptives and non-hormonal drugs approved for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding in reducing the condition's effect on quality of life.
http://www.webmd.com/women/news/20130104/iud-heavy-menstrual-bleeding
Cleveland Clinic gynecologic surgeon Linda Bradley, MD, has been using the Mirena IUD to treat patients with heavy periods for many years. She says the study has the potential to be a game changer if it brings the treatment to the attention of more women with heavy menstrual bleeding and their doctors.
http://www.webmd.com/women/news/20130104/iud-heavy-menstrual-bleeding
The IUS is licensed for contraception for 5 years but if it is inserted over the age of 45 years it could remain in place for 7 years after discussion with your doctor or nurse. It is only licensed for 4 years if used for HRT but is known to be effective for this purpose for 5 years.
https://www.womens-health-concern.org/help-and-advice/factsheets/contraception-older-woman/
benefits of iud for heavy periods
IUD may reduce heavy periods. IUD may beneficial to reduce heavy periods.