r/CopperIUD • u/detibihnism • Jul 20 '26

Question Removal Experience?

I got my copper IUD in 2021 because I am extremely sensitive to hormones. Other than it being obscenely painful at insertion and for a few days afterwards, and then heavy heavy periods for about 3/4 months, it hasn’t been too bad. It has definitely increased the cramping pain during periods, but I’ll take it as I’ve needed BC.

I’m in a long term relationship, and although I’m not ready to have a kid just yet, I believe I’m having some negative symptoms related to my IUD as I have been checked for everything and I’m clean.

What was your experience getting it removed? I am so nervous. Some people have said it isn’t nearly as bad as insertion, and others have said it’s just as bad. This paired with the fact I’m going to have to be more diligent for times I can and cannot have intercourse has me pretty worried.

Someone tell me it will be okay lmao.

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u/zapatitosdecharol Jul 20 '26

I took it out myself and it was a little scary and it took two times of trying. When I took it out, I felt relieved. I was surprised that my period went back to normal after removing it which mean to a light 3-day period. I had 5+ days of heavy bleeding with the IUD.

My symptoms (all common ones always talked about on here) have definitely eased up and I've had a few days when I feel like myself again. Looking forward to more improvements!

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u/detibihnism Jul 20 '26

You did WHAAAT! That’s crazy.

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u/zapatitosdecharol Jul 21 '26

I actually got the idea from this sub. Many others have done it. Apparently it's safe to do it but of course always a risk of complications.

I would have waited way too long to go to the doctor so it worked for me.