Copper chain thread?
Hello, I had the Gynefix inserted seven days ago. So today I wanted to feel for the thread. I couldn't feel it, though. I'm afraid I've lost it. Has this happened to anyone else?
Should I change the copper chain after the 5th year?
Hello everyone, I had a copper chain inserted in 2020 and am now in my fifth year with the Gynfix device. Does it have to be removed immediately in 2025, or can I have it done in early 2026? According to theory, it should still be used for contraception throughout the entire year (2025). Thanks…
Copper chain – severe stomach pain?
Hello everyone, I've had the copper chain for about 3.5 years and have been repeatedly struggling with severe abdominal pain around my navel. It feels like wave-like, pulling, dull abdominal pain. My gynecologist said it could be caused by the copper chain and that it could spread across the entire abdominal area. Does anyone have…
How many hours before inserting the copper chain should you take Artothec Forte?
I'm having the copper chain inserted tomorrow at 12:30, and my gynecologist told me I should take Artothec Forte in the evening. According to the internet, however, you should take it no more than four hours beforehand to dilate the cervix, and now I'm very unsure. I would appreciate a quick answer!
How long should I avoid sex after putting on the copper chain?
I read that Gynefix recommends no sexual intercourse for 14 days after inserting the copper chain. Other gynecologists say 5-7 days. When did you first have sexual intercourse again?
Stopping the pill: what to consider and what alternatives?
Hello everyone, After much thought, I'm now certain that I don't want to take the pill anymore. I've been taking it for three years now, and unfortunately, I suffer from severe mood swings. I'm often sad for no reason, and the risk of thrombosis is a thorn in my side. But now I've heard that…
Continuous bleeding after GyneFix insertion?
Hello, I had my GyneFix inserted on September 26th. Before that, I hadn't used the pill for several months. After it was inserted, I didn't have any pain but I did have bleeding, which is completely normal. Since then, I've had 1-2 days of hardly any bleeding, 3-4 days of just brown spotting, and the…
Copper chain (Gynefix200) and sport?
Hello, I had the copper IUD inserted 3 years ago. Strangely enough, it slipped after 2.5 years, and even after straightening it, it slipped again. However, I simply can't tolerate the pill and was actually happy with the IUD. Now I've come up with the idea of getting the copper chain inserted, hoping that it…
Do you have experience with hormone-free contraceptives?
For example, copper chain or copper coil?
Copper chain as a virgin?
Hi 🙂 I have my first gynecologist appointment in two weeks, where I will discuss the copper chain. I'll be sure to ask any questions there, of course. But I'm already a little concerned about whether gynecologists who specialize in Gynefix also use it on virgins. I'm 20 and have been with my boyfriend for…