Immediate Conception After IUD Removal

Guideline Recommendations

• The CDC explicitly states that waiting for the next menstrual period is unnecessary when discontinuing contraceptive methods, including IUDs, as stated in the U.S. Selected Practice Recommendations 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
• The CDC recommends that when switching from an IUD to another contraceptive method, the new method can be started immediately without any waiting period, indicating the uterus is physiologically ready for pregnancy right away 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
• The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is not mentioned, however, the CDC's guideline applies, and removal can be performed at any time during the menstrual cycle without concern for timing, according to Praxis Medical Insights 7

Important Caveats

• Active infection is a contraindication for IUD removal, as stated by Praxis Medical Insights 7