What women are good candidates for the intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD)?
The IUCD is especially suited for: • Women who seek a reversible, effective, coitally independent method of contraception • Women seeking a private form of contraception • Women who are concerned that they may not remember to use a daily method • Women who are considering sterilization • Women who desire contraception immediately after delivery or abortion • Women who are breastfeeding • Women who cannot use a hormonal method of contraception. • Women who have regular periods and minimal dysmenorrhea It is particularly appropriate for family spacing or in women who are considering long-term contraception.
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