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Copper IUD and yeast infections?
Answered by
Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D. - Sexuality, family, Sexual Identity
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Copper IUD and yeast infections?
by Sunflower22, Nov 20, 2006 12:00AM
I have decided to come off the oral contraceptive pill Microgynon as I was getting constant yeast infections and I was always feeling irritated and sore. I have also tried Depo but I bled like crazy and also caused yeast to flare up. My doctor suggested the copper IUD as it has no hormones but I read that this also causes problems with yeast - is this true? I am really interested in the IUD but I am sick of all the stubborn yeast infections and I don't want to go on another contraceptive that will make them flare up again.
Doctor's Answer
by Pepper Schwartz, Ph.D., Dec 03, 2006 12:00AM
, Dec 03, 2006 12:00AM
Why not use condoms? They are not invasive and unless you have a reaction to latex ( some people do) they are healthy and very effective. I don't know about the copper IUD and yeast- although I have no reason to doubt your doctor- but I do know that the new condoms are thin , and while not as invisible as these other kinds of contraception, a lot easier on your body than many of them. Anyhow- just a though...
Member Comments (3)
by sparkeler, Nov 20, 2006 12:00AM
The IUD can increase the risk of infections such as yeast and bacterial vaginosis. I've had my share of problems with oral contraceptives. Doesn't it suck being a woman?
by wanna be a 7again, Nov 25, 2006 12:00AM
I have the IUD and yes it sucks, sad but true. i could not figure out why i always felt that not so fresh feeling lol.... until i read a article about it in womens mag. anyway, i am about ready to get it taken out and if all else fails, there are other ways to be safe....
by mmg0101, Oct 09, 2008 10:22AM
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