Cu-IUD (copper coil)

The Cu-IUD (intrauterine device or ‘copper coil’) is a small ‘T’ shaped device that is inserted inside a woman’s womb. It can last between 5 and 10 years. The Cu-IUD is non-hormonal method of contraception and works because copper is toxic to sperm.

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