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For How Long Can Copper T Be Used?

Hi Doctor, I am 32 yrs. i have a daughter of 5 yrs. I got copper T when she was 6 months old. My family members are asking me to get it removed but I don't want that. I am not ready for another baby. Is it safe to keep it for some more time? If yes, then for how much more time? And if no, then what should be another way to not getting pregnant? Pills and condom are not the right answers for me. Please suggest.
Mon, 9 Mar 2015
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Hi,
From your notes it appears that you are using Copper T which has efficacy for 5 years. You cannot continue to use it after 5 years duration as its efficacy is reduced and you are at risk of getting pregnant.

If you wish to postpone pregnancy, you may visit your doctor, remove this and get a new copper T inserted.
If you do not wish to use pills and condom then discuss with your doctor regarding using hormone patches, subdermal implants or
three monthly/monthly hormone injections.
i hope I have answered to your satisfaction.
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For How Long Can Copper T Be Used?

Hi, From your notes it appears that you are using Copper T which has efficacy for 5 years. You cannot continue to use it after 5 years duration as its efficacy is reduced and you are at risk of getting pregnant. If you wish to postpone pregnancy, you may visit your doctor, remove this and get a new copper T inserted. If you do not wish to use pills and condom then discuss with your doctor regarding using hormone patches, subdermal implants or three monthly/monthly hormone injections. i hope I have answered to your satisfaction.