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The [[Intrauterine device|IUD (intrauterine device)]] is a T-shaped device that is inserted into the [[uterus]] by a trained medical professional. There are two different types of IUDs: copper or [[Hormonal intrauterine device|hormonal]].<ref name="cdc-2020" /> The [[Copper IUDs|copper IUD]] (also known as a copper T intrauterine device) is a non-hormonal option of birth control. It is wrapped in copper which creates a toxic environment for [[sperm]] and eggs, thus preventing pregnancy.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Copper IUD (ParaGard) - Mayo Clinic |url=https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/paragard/about/pac-20391270 |access-date=2021-11-18 |website=www.mayoclinic.org}}</ref> The failure rate of a copper IUD is approximately 0.8% and can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years. The [[Hormonal IUDs|hormonal IUD]] (also known as levonorgestrel intrauterine system or LNg IUD) releases a small amount of the hormone called [[Progestogen (medication)|progestin]] that can prevent pregnancy for 3–8 years with a failure rate of 0.1-0.4%.<ref name="cdc-2020" /> IUDs can be removed by a trained medical professional at any time before the expiration date to allow for pregnancy.
[[Oral contraceptive pill|Oral contraceptives]] are another option, these are commonly known as '[[Combined oral contraceptive pill|the pill]]'. These
Some choose to get an [[Injection (medicine)|injection]] or a shot in order to prevent [[pregnancy]]. This is an option where a [[Health professional|medical professional]] will inject the hormone [[Progestogen (medication)|progestin]] into a woman's arm or [[buttocks]] every 3 months to prevent pregnancy. The [[failure rate]] is 4%.<ref name="cdc-2020" />
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