Choose the device
Compare duration, bleeding effects, hormone preference and other benefits.
Long-acting contraception placed in the uterus
Cu-T / IUD Insertion
Counselling and insertion of a copper or hormonal intrauterine method when clinically suitable and chosen by the patient.
Book a women’s health consultation
Method choicePregnancy exclusionInsertionAftercare
From the reason for the visit to the next useful step.
The exact plan may change with clinical findings, pregnancy stage and individual preference.
- 01
Listen
Start with symptoms, priorities, history and the reason for seeking care.
- 02
Assess
Use examination, imaging or tests only when they answer a relevant question.
- 03
Compare
Discuss reasonable options, benefits, side effects and uncertainty.
- 04
Follow through
Leave with a result plan, treatment plan or clear reason for review.
Four parts of an individual care plan.
Confirm timing
Exclude pregnancy appropriately and discuss infection testing when relevant.
Insert with consent
Explain each step, pain-relief options and the right to pause.
Know aftercare
Discuss strings, expected cramping or bleeding, warning signs and replacement timing.
The central idea
Copper and hormonal intrauterine methods work differently and affect bleeding differently.
Before insertion, review goals, medical suitability, pregnancy possibility, infection risk, expected bleeding changes, procedure discomfort and warning signs.
Questions about cu-t / iud insertion
These answers are general. Individual advice depends on the clinical history and assessment.
Reception can help with appointment details
Copper devices are hormone-free and may increase bleeding or cramps; hormonal devices often reduce bleeding over time.
Experience varies. Discuss pain-relief options, anxiety and any previous difficult pelvic examination.
A copper IUD works immediately. Hormonal-IUD timing depends on cycle timing and may require temporary additional contraception.
Expulsion is uncommon but possible, especially early. Learn how and when to check strings and which symptoms need review.
Severe or worsening pain, fever, heavy bleeding, fainting, pregnancy concern or inability to locate strings after previously feeling them should be assessed.