Recommend the IUD for healthy women and adolescents

Recently, a new report published in the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the institution officially recommended the use of intrauterine devices and implants as methods of birth control more effective and safe for healthy pregnant women and adolescents. Although in the past, these options have generated much controversy because of its close relationship with pelvic problems of origin, experts now say that the risk of these diseases is minimal and unlikely.

The intrauterine device (IUD) is a small unit of T-shaped plastic that can be placed into the uterus by a physician certificate. Some use copper IUDs to prevent sperm from attaching to the egg, while others release small amounts of progesterone to stop fertilization. Both have the advantage that they can remain in place from 5 to 10 years depending on the type of device used, this according to the Food and Drug Administration U.S. Similarly, even though many are the benefits, there are also some disadvantages.

According to the American Pregnancy Association , the IUD is more likely to increase the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease if women have more than one sexual partner. Other side effects may be associated with this method include cramps, ovarian cysts, uterine perforation, mood changes, irregular bleeding and headaches and weight gain. On the other hand, implants are surgically placed small rods under the skin that release a continuous dose of progestin to prevent ovulation. This is a long-term reversible method that can be left in place without being removed for up to three years. Among its side effects, this contraceptive has been linked to symptoms such as headache, menstrual cycle irregularities, weight changes, depression, ovarian cysts and breast tenderness.