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Copper IUD/Rusting
I'm interested in getting the Paragard Copper IUD and through my research came across a few women who have experienced the IUD rusting when viewed endoscopically by their doctor or upon removal. I would like to know how often rusting occurs as I am concerned about it rusting inside of me. My OB-GYN also told me that it's not likely to occur and that if it does, it would be due to oxidation occurring once it's removed; I'm not sure if I buy her answer and would like a second opinion.
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Dr. Swati Chitnis
Gynecologist
12 yrs exp
Mumbai
Your doctor is right. Copper T does not rust. It may get oxidised and change colour if kept for longer than its expiry. It's a sage method of birth control
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