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Contraception
IUD / IUS
Important
This service is not currently offered at Beaumont Elms Practice.
See our local and national organisations page for support and advice
IUD means Intrauterine Device and IUS means Intrauterine System. They are both forms of long-acting reversible contraception, which are very effective because whilst they are being used you do not have to remember or take or use contraception.
Dr Meriel Raine, one of the partners at the Surgery, has produced these short video clips about how the contraceptive ‘coil’ (IUD / IUS) is fitted and removed.
Fitting service for IUD/IUS
Risks of fitting IUD/IUS
Comparison of the IUD and IUS devices
Removing a coil (IUS, IUD)
Please be aware that you should not have intercourse for 1 week before the removal as you would then be at risk of pregnancy.
Removing a coil (IUS, IUD) is a straightforward procedure which does not require any preparation beforehand. Please book through reception.