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Signs of infection or imbedded IUD include fever and pain. These signs usually appear in the first 4 weeks after insertion.
It is a small risk... I believe it is
Have seen a few where the strings were not visible on spec exam and those were removed by MD with ultrasound guidance.
It is a great form of birth control; women must be counseled about the possible side effects.
Here is a decent article about IUDs: Log In Problems
Hope that helps.
scribblerpnp
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First of all, let me emphasize I am not asking for med advice. I do not have an IUD, nor do I plan to use one in the future/ I was thinking about IUD's driving home tonight (don't ask me why) and have a simple question. Since the IUD sits in the uterus, is there a risk scar tissue can develop around it and lead to infertility? Is this risk great or very small? I'm a PNP and they really didn't cover that stuff in my progam.