Question

Main disadvantage of intrauterine contraceptive devices is that

• A. the devices are permanently placed in uterus and cannot be removed even if couple want to have children
• B. the device has to be inserted by physician in the uterus through vagina
• C. the devices are expelled out without the knowledge of the wearers
• D. both (a) and (c)

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

There are certain disadvantages of the intrauterine devices. These are
- $ IUDs$ are expelled without the knowledge of the wearer in about $10$ to $15\ %$ of the women and they run the risk of becoming pregnant.
- There is risk of perforation of uterus and infection.
- They can cause excess menstrual bleeding and pain.