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Longer and heavier menstrual periods, or bleeding or spotting between periods may occur during the first weeks after insertion. If they continue or are severe, visit the health care provider.
Cramping may occur following insertion, usually for a short time, but could last for several hours up to a few days. This can be relieved by taking mild analgesic tablets, using hot compresses on abdomen, and/or exercising moderately.
Check periodically, and particularly after menstruation, to make certain that the threads still protrude from the cervix. If threads are missing, shorter or longer, return to the clinic.
If Copper T is expelled, return to the clinic. There is no continuing protection after expulsion.
Return to the clinic for check-up for replacement of the Copper T (end of ten years after insertion), or removal of the Copper T if the user so decides to get pregnant within the 10-year period.
If period is delayed (with symptoms of pregnancy, such as nausea, tender breasts, etc.) report immediately to the clinic.
If there is abdominal pain, pain during intercourse, infections (such as gonorrhea), abnormal discharge, fever, and chills, consult a physician.
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