There are many types of contraceptive methods available now, such as intrauterine devices, condoms, and birth control pills. Women should choose an effective and safe contraceptive method to prevent unintended pregnancy when they have no intention of having children. Wearing a contraceptive ring is very convenient and has a long duration, so it has been welcomed by many women. So, what should I do if I had sex the day before wearing an IUD?
Before wearing an intrauterine device, sexual intercourse is not allowed within five days. Because having sexual intercourse can cause friction on the female vagina and may also cause collisions with the uterus, which is very unfavorable for intrauterine device (IUD) surgery. In order to maximize the effectiveness of the intrauterine device (IUD), if you have had sexual intercourse the day before, do not use it the next day. Women need to choose another time to wear an intrauterine device (IUD), which should be 3-7 days after the end of menstruation.
If you have sex the day before getting an IUD, it is likely to cause bleeding during the insertion of the IUD. Moreover, sexual activity before wearing an intrauterine device (IUD) can easily allow bacteria to invade the vagina and uterus, which can lead to infection. In severe cases, it can also cause the IUD to be unable to be inserted. Even if an intrauterine device (IUD) is successfully inserted, inflammation may still occur due to the previous day's sexual activity, which can affect the effectiveness of contraception. So, before inserting the IUD, it is essential not to have sexual activity, and the IUD insertion surgery should be performed five days after sexual activity.
