5 Steps to Find The Perfect Flexi-T Copper IUD For You
If you are considering what birth control product is right for you, the intrauterine device (IUD) is one of the best contraception choices on the market because of the low failure rate. IUDs are also long-term forms of birth control. Once a healthcare professional inserts the IUD for you, it can stay for years. A Flexi T IUD can remain in place for up to five years.
Once you decide an IUD is the right choice for you, the next decision you make is what type of device to get. When it comes to the Flexi-T, which is a copper IUD, there are multiple styles available. This article will give you information that can help you make an informed choice.
Why Choose an IUD?
UDs tend to be the birth control choice for women who want long-term contraception protection. Once the IUD is in place, you don't have to do anything but check it once in a while
That means you don't have to:
- Continually refill a prescription
- Take a pill every day
- Go to the doctor's office for regular injections
IUDs are also one of the most reliable forms of birth control available. Most kinds of birth control have surprising failure rates. For example, there is an 18% failure rate with condoms and 9% for oral contraceptives. IUDs like Flexi-T offer a 1% failure rate. In other words, Flexi-T is 99% reliable.
What Is a Copper IUD?
There are two broad categories of IUD types: hormonal and copper. A hormonal IUD uses hormones to stop ovulation. A copper IUD has a copper coil wrapped around the body of the device. The copper acts as a spermicide.
A copper IUD is a good choice for a woman who wants a reliable form of birth control but does not want to take hormones. The beauty of a copper IUD is that you may not feel it once your body adjusts to it. With a hormonal IUD, you may experience some unfortunate side effects, such as:
- Headaches
- Mood swings
- Tender breasts
- Breakthrough bleeding
- Pelvic pain
- Acne
A copper IUD has fewer side effects. They include:
- Spotting
- Cramps
- Backache
- Prolonged periods
- Copper IUDs do not impact ovulation, but they may make your periods up to 50% heavier.
Often, the side effects disappear over time.
What Is Flexi-T?
Flexi-T is a non hormonal IUD that uses copper to prevent fertilization. It is also suitable as an emergency contraception option. There are several types of Flexi-T IUDs available.
Different Types of Flexi-T IUDS
Flexi-T is a popular choice for a copper IUD because of its versatility. You pick the product that is best for your needs. There are three available.
Flexi-T 300
The Flexi-T 300 IUD is the smallest copper IUD. It is 29 mm long and 23 mm wide. The size makes it a practical choice for women who have not yet given birth. Those who have yet to go through pregnancy tend to have smaller uterine cavities.
The Flexi-T 300 might be more comfortable. You might experience some cramping with an IUD, but it should pass over time.
Flexi-T+ 300
The Flexi-T+ 300 copper IUD is slightly larger than the Flexi-T 300. This IUD measures 32 mm long and 28 mm wide. It may be the right choice for the woman who has given birth to at least one child. After having a baby, the uterine cavity is larger and can accommodate a bigger IUD.
Flexi-T+ 380
This is the largest IUD product from Flexi-T. The measurement is the same as the Flexi-T+ 300 but has more copper wire. The wire is also distributed differently.
Traditionally, copper IUDs have the metal around the vertical axis of the device. The Flexi-T+ 380 also has copper around the horizontal axis or arms. The extra copper provides even more protection against pregnancy.
A doctor may suggest this IUD for a woman who has already had at least one child and is in the more fertile age bracket of from 25- 35 years old. This IUD may not be suitable for you if you have a history of spotting during your periods. The additional copper may affect the menstrual cycle.
What are the Benefits of a Flexi-T IUD?
Flexi-T IUDs are easy for your healthcare provider to insert and remove. Because they do not contain hormones, they won't interfere with your body's natural balance.
Flexi-T also protects you from pregnancy right away. It serves as
emergency contraception, as well, because it will protect you for seven days before insertion. If you had unprotected sex within seven days of getting your Flexi-T IUD, it would protect you against pregnancy proactively.
So, which Flexi-T IUD product is right for your body? Talk to your healthcare provider to get a recommendation. Also, visit the Flexi-T website to learn more about the different IUDs available. Flexi-T continues to be the best IUD Canada provides.
Disclaimer: Information is intended for healthcare professionals.
