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Possible Risks: When it is inserted immediately postpartum, about 5-10 women out of 100 will find that the IUCD has fallen out during the first three months. If this happens, she should return to the health facility and have another IUCD inserted to continue protection against pregnancy.
The IUCD offers no protection against HIV or other STIs. Only barrier methods (e.g. the condom) help protect against exposure to HIV and other STIs.
If the woman thinks that she has a "very high personal risk" for certain STIs she should not use the IUCD.
