IUD placement
You can come to Femme Amsterdam for the placement of an intrauterine device (IUD). However, no IUD's can be placed or removed due to the Corona virus until at least the beginning of June 2020. We can also use ultrasound imaging to ensure that it is correctly placed. IUDs are a reliable form of contraceptive and an excellent option for nursing mothers. Women who have been pregnant are also welcome. There are two types of IUDs available: the hormonal IUD and a hormone-free option, the copper IUD.
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IUD insertion
An IUD is inserted into the uterus via your vagina. An internal examination will be conducted prior to placement of the IUD. The size and placement of your uterus will be determined and it will be determined whether you are pregnant. The placement will only takes a few minutes. You can consider to use painkillers in advance. You are able to go home directly after insertion. After 4-6 weeks you return to check whether the IUD is in the correct position.
Hormonal IUD
A hormonal IUD (such as the Mirena) is a highly reliable contraceptive. There are two kind of hormonal IUD available, the Mirena and the Kyleena. The Kyleena is recently new and contains less hormon then the Mirena. Because of this the Kyleena is discouraged when you experience complaints of the menopause.
You will be protected from an unwanted pregnancy for 5 years. The hormonal IUD is a synthetic anchor-shaped device which is 30 or 32 mm in length and emits a small quantity of the hormone progestin. This thickens the cervical mucus making it more difficult for sperm cells to reach an egg and preventing eggs from implanting into the uterine lining. Placement of the IUD will alter your menstrual cycle and you will be directly protected against pregnancy.
The price of the IUD is for both around the 140 EUR. After the placement you can experience the first weeks some spotting, but big chance you won’t have a regular period. The benefit of the hormonal IUD is after removal you natural cycles will start quickly so the opportunity is there to get pregnant.
Copper IUD
A copper IUD is a reliable hormone-free contraceptive. A copper IUD offers 5 to 10 years of pregnancy prevention, depending on the type of IUD. Copper renders sperm cells inactive, thus preventing fertilisation. You are protected directly after placement. Placement of the IUD will alter your menstrual cycle and you will be directly protected against pregnancy. The coil can also be used as a ‘morning after’ solution if the IUD is placed within 5 days of unprotected intercourse. Since April 2019 a new copper IUD is on the market, named the Balleringe. Because of its unique and flexible 3D form this IUD is easy to place. Also al lot of women who didn’t react well on the copper spiral are satisfied about the Ballerine.
The price of normal copper IUD is around the 70 EUR and the price of the Ballerine is around the 120 EUR.
IUD placement FAQs
Costs of having an IUD placed are not (yet) covered within every standard health insurance package and you are required to pay upfront and declare the invoice. We accept debit cards. You will receive an official invoice which you can then submit to your insurance provider. If you would like to confirm whether placement is covered under your insurance, we advise you to contact your insurance provider directly.
- IUD placement - € 63.53 (2019) (excl. IUD)
- IUD exchange - € 63.53 (2019) (excl. IUD)
- Placement attempt - € 20
- IUD removal - € 25
- Removal attempt - € 10
- Contraception consultation - € 50
- Verification ultrasound - € 50
A € 50 fee applies for appointments cancelled less than 24 hours in advance and missed appointments.
With the hormonal IUD you can have some spotting the first six months. With the copper IUD you will have your regular period which can increase.
A digital prescription is issued for the IUD of your choice. As the process is digital, we require your permission to link the files of the issuing pharmacy and your own pharmacy.
You will then receive an invoice per email with an Ideal payment link. You may then submit the invoice to your insurance provider.
We will receive the correct IUD via post. We do not have any IUDs on location, these must always be ordered!
If you do not have an STI and are not pregnant. Not sure? Conduct an STI or pregnancy test in advance.
Some professionals advise placing the IUD within 7 days of the first day of menstruation. This facilitates the insertion somewhat but is not obligatory. This does confirm that you are not pregnant and provides direct protection against unwanted pregnancy. If the IUD is not inserted within these 7 days, you will require additional protection during the first week (such as a condom).
We place IUDs starting from at least 10 weeks after the birth, and at least 12 weeks after a caesarean birth. Within our practice, Soraya conducts IUD placements. She is a physician and sonographer.
After inserting the IUD, confirmation will be sent to your family physician with the date and brand of IUD placed.
After approximately 6 weeks, we will schedule an appointment to examine the strings. If you have scheduled an ultrasound, this appointment is no longer required.
Check-up
You may elect to have an ultrasound conducted. This is at your own expense and can be scheduled around 6 weeks after insertion of the IUD. You may schedule an appointment with the assistant.
Yes, you can also come to our practice to have your IUD removed.
