What are the different types of IUDs?🤔 There are five types of IUDs available in the United States. Four of them - Liletta, Kyleena, Mirena, and Skyla - release small amounts of the hormone progestin into your body. This is the same hormone used in many birth control pills. These types of IUDs tend to make your period lighter and may be a good option if you have heavy periods.🩸 The fifth type is ParaGard; commonly referred to as the copper IUD. It’s hormone-free and the copper triggers your im

Last week I spoke about the differences in types of IUDs. Mirena IUDs which are composed of synthetic hormones are linked to cancer. The safer alternative is the Paraguard or Copper T IUD which is hormone free and accomplsihes the same goal of preventing pregnancy. #healthtips #healthyliving #health #womenshealth #hormones | Dr Erika Schwartz