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I'm having an IUD placement check via ultrasound and am wondering if they do an external or vaginal ultrasound to check for placement. Anyone have experience with this?


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Re: IUD Placement Check
I just had my IUD placement check last Wednesday and my doctor didn't do an ultrasound, she just did a pelvic exam (did my 1 year check at the same time). She said she could see everything was perfectly placed. Sorry that doesn't help much I guess.
How long have you had yours? I've had mine for 6 weeks. Have you had any side effects? I had a heavier, longer period with strong cramps, but nothing too bad.
Thanks for the response. My clinic does an ultrasound to check. I think I've probably had mine for six weeks or so. I have the Paraguard. I haven't had cramping but I've noticed my periods have been a bit longer and heavier. So far the benefits are worth it!
Children Photography Photo Credit: Heather Barta Photography
My clinic did a vaginal ultrasound to check my IUD placement.