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Ever wondered where an IUD actually goes? Let’s talk anatomy.

An IUD (intrauterine device) is a small, T-shaped device placed inside your uterus — not your vagina, not your cervix, but in the uterine cavity.

Here’s how placement works:
• First, a speculum is in the vagina to visualize the cervix (just like a Pap smear).
• The cervix is gently dilated, and the IUD is inserted through it using a slim applicator.
• It’s then released to sit in the uterine cavity — the upper space between the front and back walls of the uterus.
• The strings stay in the vaginal canal so your provider (or you!) can check it’s in place.

The whole process takes just a few minutes — and while cramping is common, it’s quick and effective.
Talk to your doctor and clinic about pain control options before your appointment.

Hormonal or non-hormonal, an IUD can provide 3 to 10 years of contraception depending on the type.

Your uterus. Your choice.

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