How often to change the contraceptive ring

  The contraceptive ring, also known as an intrauterine device (IUD), is replaced at different times depending on the material and shape of the ring. After the IUD is placed, if a woman feels significantly uncomfortable, the IUD will need to be removed or replaced, or the IUD can be removed if there is a planned pregnancy. Different materials and shapes of the contraceptive ring is different, the specific replacement time is as follows: 1, steel contraceptive ring: this material of the contraceptive ring, the contraceptive effect and the use of better comfort, generally can be stored for about 15-20 years; 2, copper contraceptive ring: this material of the contraceptive ring can be used for about 3-5 years, the expiration of the replacement; 3, plastic contraceptive ring: plastic contraceptive ring is more common, its important components are Plastic, the validity period is generally about 3 years, about 3 years need to be replaced once; 4, Emu contraceptive ring: this structure of the contraceptive ring can comply with the shape of the uterus, can be in the body’s normal body temperature to maintain a better shape, corrosion resistance, not easy to fall off, about 10 years to replace once; 5, T-shaped contraceptive ring: T-shaped ring in order to facilitate inspection and take the ring, generally will leave the tail wire, may also be cut, its validity In 8-10 years, the expiration of the replacement can be; 6, O-ring: O-ring placement time of about 10 years, the expiration of the need for timely replacement, so as not to occur embedded.