How to choose a vaginal spiral

Spiral - this is one of the methods of contraception, which is quite relevant in our time. It has proven itself through a number of advantages:

  • Absence of significant side complications (very rarely pain can occur during menstruation)
  • Spiral is one of the cheapest contraceptives
  • High efficiency.
  • The spiral protects women from pregnancy to five years. Ask your doctor and gynecologist about how to choose a vaginal spiral.

    The spiral is recommended to be installed only when women have no contraindications to its installation and provided that it is administered by an experienced gynecologist. Many patients use the spiral of all conscious life. Vaginal spiral is introduced for 5-6 years. At the end of the period, at the request of a woman, she can be replaced by another, after a certain period of time.

    Copper and gold coils

    Intrauterine copper spiral with time oxidizes and falls apart into small particles, irritating the internal cavity of the uterus. This can become a non-healing wound. An ascending infection will constantly cause inflammation in the uterine cavity. T - shaped copper spiral in the menstrual period can crash and slightly injure the wall of the uterus.

    Today, doctors advise many women to choose a vaginal spiral with Mirena's drug. Such a spiral is put for five years and you can not worry about anything. The levonorgestrel medication does not allow your ovaries to form an ovum, which prevents fertilization. Levonorgestrel prevents the growth of the endometrium and the theoretical egg does not have the ability to attach to the uterus from the inside, the uterus's mucus thickens and does not allow sperm to enter the uterine cavity. Indications for the use of Mirena are: uterine myoma, endometriosis; recommended for women over 35 years.

    Currently, gold containing and silver containing vaginal spirals are widely used. Use a vaginal spiral made of gold and silver is recommended for non-nourishing women, nursing mothers and immediately after the abortion.

    Silver ions have anti-inflammatory properties.

    A woman can choose a plastic spiral.

    Spirals are recommended for women who have stable family relationships, one partner and those who need convenient means of preventing unwanted pregnancies.

    The advantages of a spiral

    The main advantages of the intrauterine device are that it effectively prevents conception (up to 99% of the effect). The action of the vaginal spiral begins immediately after administration. The spiral can be the only contraceptive that is designed for a long period of use. After the introduction of the spiral, special medical supervision is not necessary, only in rare cases when a woman is concerned about something.

    Side effects

    Sometimes women can feel back pain, vaginal discharge or skin allergic manifestations.