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Vagal reactions Mild: diaphoresis, nausea Moderate: dizzy, lightheaded, low HR +/- BP Severe: loss of consciousness, seizure Perforation at time of insertion By sound or IUD Infection Greatest in first 20 days (consider prophylaxis) Expulsion 2-5% in first year of use
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No need to do anything – they resolve without sequelae Atropine 0.6mg IV works like magic
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If you take the IUD out, expect rapid healing without sequelae Copper IUDs in the abdominal cavity cause scarring and should be removed laparoscopically
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Consider prophylaxis in high risk women (metronidazole 2 g or doxycycline 300 mg) Consider treatment does (one week of doxycycline) in very high risk women
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