That’s bizarre. Both places I’ve gone for my implants said nothing of the sort. You just have to use a condom or whatever as backup for a while if you don’t do it during the first few days of your period.
I just had to take a pregnancy test and I was good to go.
Although this was over 20 years ago. My mom had an IUD and it got embedded. She ended up having to have a hysterectomy. I assume things have changed but your DD needs to realize there is always a risk.
The reason that healthcare providers suggest your D be on her period is because insertion is easier and less painful because her os (cervical canal) dilates during menstruation. The other time the os dilates is during ovulation. One is easier to track than the other.
Her IUD can be inserted any time during her cycle, but there may be more discomfort, especially since she has never given birth (which permanently stretches the os). Have your D take some ibuprofen at least 30-60 minutes before her scheduled IUD insertion time.
(Also tell her to wear comfortable, loose clothing.)
As for the Pap smear–it’s myth that you need to have one before getting an IUD, but PP may be screening your D for a HPV infection–which many women have without ever knowing that they do since it is symptom-less.
Having at HPV infection at the time of IUD insertion may change the course of the disease.
[Comparison of human papillomavirus infection and cervical cytology in women using copper-containing and levonorgestrel-containing intrauterine devices.]( Comparison of human papillomavirus infection and cervical cytology in women using copper-containing and levonorgestrel-containing intrauterine devices - PubMed)
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1998022-overview#a1
Lots of useful information and links.
@mom60 Getting a depo shot and not getting a Mirena doesn’t make sense. They are both progesterone only forms of birth control and the Mirena has less than the shot.
Thank you @wayoutwestmom ! I understood that to be the reason - it’s easier and will be more comfortable for her then. Your explanation was very helpful, and I am checking out the links now. She had the HPV shot series many years ago so hopefully doesn’t have that concern.
The HPV shot does not cover all pathogenic strains, just some most common ones. It will not hurt to ask what test the office uses, because some tests can detect more strains than others.
Thank you @BunsenBurner
I echo the sentiments of those who say male BC is long overdue (of course, a woman has to really trust on her partner). I had so many issues with various forms of BC, and H’s vasectomy was a blessing for me. D’s body reacts to so many things, and she is looking forward to the day she doesn’t need to figure out which is the least-worst of her available options.