Related when using iud, why make the vagina bleed?

Spiral KB or better known as IUD is one method of contraception that is in great demand by Indonesian women. After you insert the IUD, you and your partner can have sex without worrying about breaking it. Depending on the type, the IUD can effectively prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years. However, why do some women report their vaginal bleeding after intercourse while using the IUD?

You may experience spots after inserting the IUD

Most women may experience light spotting for a few days after inserting the IUD. This is a temporary side effect that is normal because the body is still adapting to the device.

On the other hand, some women may continue to experience spots between menstrual schedules for months afterward. These side effects will usually subside over time.

Vaginal bleeding after intercourse while using the IUD, is this normal?

If you have recently complained of cramps and pain during sex that you never did before, this may be because the IUD has shifted out of place. Yes! The IUD can sometimes move on its own. This usually occurs when the insertion procedure is not correct or because you are anxious and tense during the process.

The spiral birth control should be implanted in the uterus. When the position shifts and instead sags up to the cervix, this can cause your vagina to bleed after intercourse while using the IUD.

How do I know if the IUD has shifted?

At the bottom end of the IUD device is a string (string) long enough. That's why shortly after being put into the uterus, the doctor will cut a little of the rope.

You should be able to feel where the rope is. Once you notice that the string is actually getting shorter or longer than before, this is a sign that the IUD has shifted. In some cases, shifting the position of the IUD can even pull the string into the vagina, making it appear "swallowed".

Some of these conditions are more likely to make the IUD move easily:

Insert an IUD in your teens.
Insert the IUD immediately after delivery.
Painful menstruation.

How to handle it?

After 3-6 months of inserting the IUD, you should no longer experience spots. Including during sex. If you experience pain or bleeding after having sex that is unnatural, it's best to contact your doctor.

If it is true that it is caused by a shifted IUD position, the doctor can correct its position or reinsert it with a new one. Remember, the wrong spiral birth control position can increase your risk of conceding pregnancy.

If the cause is not your IUD device, your doctor can help determine the exact cause and discuss the best treatment options for you.

So, are there any other side effects of using an IUD?

The most common side effects of an IUD include:

Irregular menstruation during the first few months.
If you use a copper IUD, you will have more menstrual bleeding and the PMS symptoms (stomach cramps and back pain) will be more painful.
If you use a hormonal IUD, your periods tend to be much faster and lighter than normal, or you may even have no periods at all.
PMS-like symptoms, such as headaches, acne, and sore breasts with a hormonal IUD

Your menstrual cycle will likely return to normal after six months. If not, you should immediately consult your doctor.