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What Causes Rusting Of A Paragard Copper IUD?
I m interested in getting the Paragard Copper IUD and through my research came across a few women who have experienced the IUD rusting when viewed endoscopically by their doctor or upon removal. I would like to know how often rusting occurs as I am concerned about it rusting inside of me. My OB-GYN also told me that it s not likely to occur and that if it does, it would be due to oxidation occuring once its removed; I m not sure if I buy her answer and would like a second opinion.
Mon, 8 Oct 2018
Hi,
It is the copper made device or if it is the metal then rusting is likely if you want to avoid this then IUD should be non metal material then no question is there for rusting else rusting is pretty common.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr. Akhtarhusain,
General & Family Physician
It is the copper made device or if it is the metal then rusting is likely if you want to avoid this then IUD should be non metal material then no question is there for rusting else rusting is pretty common.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr. Akhtarhusain,
General & Family Physician
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