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Silver IUD Insertion: Preparation, Procedure, and Aftercare

Introducing “Silvee” by SMB Corporation of India, this blog delves into the realm of intrauterine devices (IUDs), specifically focusing on the silver IUD offered by SMB Corporation. An IUD, a small Y-shaped device, is expertly implanted by a healthcare professional into the uterus, serving as a highly successful form of reversible birth control. Despite its minor and brief insertion procedure, which takes only a few minutes, individuals may experience slight discomfort, easily manageable with over-the-counter medications. So let us explore the intricacies of what to anticipate during the insertion of the Silvee IUD, providing insight into the process both before and after.

The Silver IUD: ‘Silvee’, also known as SMB TCu 380Ag, has a silver core embedded in copper wire and provides long-term protection for up to five years. This intrauterine contraceptive device has a 99% success rate and does not influence the female hormonal system. By adding a silver core, the contraceptive effect is reinforced and the device’s lifespan is extended while the fragmentation of the wire is delayed. Also, the flexible arms are incredibly soft during insertion and removal and provide ideal fundal positioning.

During The Procedure

  • Patients have to change the clothes provided by the healthcare centrxe. After that, they would often lie on their back with their legs in stirrups.
  • The physician will perform a pelvic exam before applying an antiseptic solution to clean the vagina and base of the cervix.
  • To improve their vision, they will next use a speculum to stretch the vaginal walls. With the help of sound/probe, the physician will determine the depth of the uterine cavity. After that, by using the thin insertion tube used for IUD insertion, they introduce the device into the uterus.
  • To improve their vision, they will next use a speculum to stretch the vaginal walls. With the help of sound/probe, the physician will determine the depth of the uterine cavity. After that, by using the thin insertion tube used for IUD insertion, they introduce the device into the uterus.
  • Some patients get cramps that resemble period cramps. The patient has to inform the doctor if the pain feels out of the ordinary or intolerable. Usually, the entire procedure takes a few minutes.

After The Procedure

  • You stay in the cubicle for a little while to recover, which gives you time to get food or drink and gradually sit up.
  • You may experience faint spotting and sporadic cramps similar to your menstrual cycle. You may also observe erratic bleeding in the initial menstrual cycles following the procedure. Your period will likely become lighter or develop a monthly rhythm, depending on the device you choose.
  • Please contact your doctor if you suffer chronic cramps or bleeding that is heavier than usual throughout your menstrual cycle.
  • For an ultrasound and pelvic exam, you must make an appointment four to six weeks following the insertion.

Aftercare

  • The fact that an IUD doesn't need particular maintenance is one of its key advantages. In case of some discomfort and spotting in the days after implantation, OTC drugs may be able to lessen these symptoms that may eventually go away.
  • You can use a heating pad or warm water bottle to relieve cramps.
  • Do not enter anything into the vagina for 24 hours for example tampon, douche, intercourse, etc.
  • If you find that the strings feel longer or that the IUD is expelled, please call your doctor.

Note: While an IUD helps avoid unintended pregnancies, it is not able to guard against STIs. If a woman has ever experienced any of the following, she should not use an IUD:

  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • Vaginal or cervical cancer
  • A recent pelvic infection or STI
  • During pregnancy
  • Retention of a previously inserted IUD
  • Known or suspected malignancy of the genital tract, including undiagnosed vaginal bleeding and an unresolved pap smear, or a severe uterine abnormality
  • Postpartum endometriosis or postpartum infection in the past three months
  • Genital actinomycosis
  • Wilson’s disease or allergy to copper

Many people remain concerned about pain during an IUD insertion. However, women’s self-reported pain, following IUD insertion, is significantly lower than the pain they expect to experience. Additionally, some sources claim that insertions may hurt more if a patient feels anxious before the treatment. It might be beneficial to work with a sympathetic physician or nurse who is prepared to spend time explaining the process and providing comfort.

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