Contraception and VD/IUD Removal

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Expert: - 3/4/2010


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My daughter is having an IUD removed due to side effects of the hormone.  How long does it take for the hormone to leave her system?
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MaryAnn

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Dear MaryAnn,

I'm really glad to hear that your daughter is having the IUD removed. I don't recommend the IUD or most kinds of birth control methods. I just looked up several websites online but can't find any information about how long the hormones take to leave the woman's system. I suggest that you ask her doctor. I will keep trying to look so you can email me at DWooley97@aol.com and I'll see what I can find out. If you find out anything, please let me know.

Thanks.
Diane W.

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I will be out of town for a few days and won't be able to answer questions. If you would like to email me, you may do so at DWooley97@aol.com and I will answer on my return. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each method of birth control? I can answer questions about the various forms of contraception/birth control. I have knowledge about condoms, Nuvaring, Depo provera, the Patch, birth control pills, IUD, etc. I can answer some questions about sexually transmitted diseases.

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I have 23 years experience with counseling women about contraception methods and STDs.

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23 years of volunteering and counseling young women. I volunteer with a local pregnancy resource center and have an internet ministry.

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