How soon can you get pregnant after having an IUD removed?
Apr 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Removal of an intrauterine device (IUD) refers to taking out a contraceptive ring. Pregnancy can generally be considered about three months after IUD removal. The procedure involves cervical dilation and using a removal hook to extract the IUD from the uterus. As this is an invasive procedure, it may cause damage to the normal endometrium. However, the endometrium usually recovers substantially after 2–3 menstrual cycles. At that point, pregnancy is considered safe; therefore, it is advisable to wait approximately three months after IUD removal before attempting conception.
Removing a ring usually refers to the removal of an intrauterine device (IUD). In general, it is possible to become pregnant about three months after IUD removal. The specific analysis is as follows:
An IUD is considered a foreign body within the uterine cavity. Its removal requires cervical dilation and using a removal hook to extract the device, which is an invasive procedure. This process may further damage the endometrium, and time is needed for endometrial recovery. Typically, after 2–3 menstrual cycles following IUD removal, the endometrium undergoes repair, shedding, and regeneration, eventually returning nearly to normal. At this point, with a more stable endometrium and improved uterine environment, pregnancy becomes safer and the risk of miscarriage is lower. Therefore, it is generally advisable to attempt conception around three months after IUD removal.
It is recommended to wait and observe for some time after IUD removal before trying to conceive, to avoid potential risks associated with becoming pregnant too soon, such as unstable implantation, fetal malformations, or miscarriage, which could affect both health and fertility.
