Can a woman get pregnant after getting an IUD?
Disease description:
I've already given birth half a year ago, and just a few days ago I had an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted at the hospital. They said this method of contraception is very effective, but after getting the IUD, I had intercourse with my husband. Now my period hasn't come, and I'm worried that I might be pregnant. I want to know—can women still get pregnant after having an IUD?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
After having an intrauterine device (IUD) inserted, women can still become pregnant, although this situation is relatively rare. The IUD is a commonly used contraceptive method, typically offering over 90% effectiveness, with some types reaching up to 98% or 99% efficacy. However, a small number of women may still become pregnant after IUD insertion, which could be due to IUD failure, displacement, incorrect sizing, or malposition. IUDs have a specific effective lifespan, and once expired, they may lose their contraceptive effectiveness. Additionally, if the IUD size does not match the dimensions of the uterine cavity, or if the device becomes displaced or expelled due to heavy menstrual bleeding, a relaxed cervical os, or other factors, contraceptive effectiveness may be compromised, leading to pregnancy while using the IUD.
