Medical Services
Medical Services - IUDs and Birth Control Implant in Memphis
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Collectively, the methods referred to as long acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) are the birth control implant, Implanon®, progestin intrauterine system, Mirena®, and the copper T intrauterine device, ParaGard®. All of these methods can be safely used by women and teens, and all of these methods have less than a 1% failure rate for typical users (World Health Organization, 2010).
Paragard® IUD and Insertion $650.00 Mirena® IUS and Insertion $875.00 This fee includes the Mirena® IUS and 2 appointments with our medical practitioner. Your first appointment will be a consultation and evaluation, and the IUS will be inserted during the second appointment. More information, including financial assistance, on IUDs at MCRH. Implanon® and Insertion $850.00 
How effective are IUDs? Effectiveness is an important and common concern when choosing a birth control method. IUDs are one of the most effective forms of birth control available. Less than 1 out of 100 women will get pregnant each year if they use the ParaGard® or the Mirena® IUD. Keep in mind that the IUD doesn't protect against sexually transmitted infections. Use a latex or female condom along with the IUD to reduce the risk of infection. How safe are IUDs? Most women can use either the ParaGard® or the Mirena® IUD safely. But all medications have some risks, so safety is a common concern when choosing a birth control method. Certain conditions increase the risk of side effects. Talk with your health care provider about your health and whether an IUD is likely to be safe for you. There are many other methods of birth control that may be safe for you if you cannot use an IUD. A health care provider may find that the unique size, shape, or condition of a woman’s uterus does not allow correct placement of an IUD. This is not common. What are the benefits of an IUD? The ParaGard® and the Mirena® IUDs are two of the least expensive, longest lasting forms of birth control available to women today. There are many other benefits.
Some women may worry that they are pregnant if they do not have a regular period. But the IUD is very effective. If you are concerned about a possible pregnancy, you can always take a pregnancy test. Overall, most women who get an IUD are satisfied with their choice. Ninety-nine percent of IUD users are pleased with them. What is IMPLANON®? IMPLANON® is a type of birth control for women. It is a small flexible plastic rod the length of a matchstick that is placed under the skin of your arm. IMPLANON® contains a hormone called etonogestrel. The IMPLANON® rod can prevent pregnancy for up to three years. How is IMPLANON® inserted? IMPLANON® insertion is a minor procedure that can be performed in our office. IMPLANON® is inserted just under the skin on the inner side of your upper arm. The entire procedure is done using What are side effects with IMPLANON®? The most common side effect of IMPLANON® is a change in your menstrual periods. In studies, about 1 in 10 women stopped using IMPLANON® because of bleeding problems. Expect your bleeding to be irregular and unpredictable throughout the time you are using IMPLANON®. You may have more bleeding, less bleeding, or no bleeding. The time between bleeding may vary, and you may have spotting throughout the month. Other common side effects reported in women usingIMPLANON® during clinical trials include: headache; vaginitis; weight gain; acne; breast pain; viral infections such as colds, sore throats, sinus infections, or flu-like symptoms; stomach pain; cramping during bleeding; mood swings; nervousness or depression; back pain; nausea; dizziness; pain; and pain at the site of insertion. How does IMPLANON® work? IMPLANON® prevents pregnancy in several ways. The most important way is by stopping release of an egg from your ovary. IMPLANON® also changes the mucus in your cervix and this change may keep sperm from reaching the egg. Also, IMPLANON® changes the lining of your uterus. How effective is IMPLANON®? If IMPLANON® is inserted correctly, your chance of getting pregnant is very low (less than one pregnancy per 100 women who use IMPLANON® for one year). IMPLANON® must be removed by the end of the third year and may be replaced with a new IMPLANON®. It is not known if IMPLANON® is as effective in very overweight women because clinical studies did not include many overweight women. Certain medicines may make IMPLANON® less effective, and you may also need to use a barrier method of contraception while you are using these medicines. |
