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Medical Conditions - Vaginal Ring

A vaginal ring is a plastic ring that releases hormones estrogen and progesterone into the bloodstream and prevents pregnancy when placed inside the vagina. It is more than 99 % effective if used correctly and provides contraception for a month.

All vaginal ring Q&A

Is Cerazette a reliable source of contraception?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com I do not see any reason for you to worry. Implantation bleeding is usually light blood or pink in color, but you had proper bleeding, just lesser in quantity if I am right.

Should I switch from NuvaRing to Annovera at age 38?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query.I understand why you are considering a change, especially since the discomfort you are experiencing with the ring can become frustrating over time.

Are vaginal rings better than pills, and do they prevent HIV and STDs?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. A vaginal ring is a small, pliable device that is inserted into the vagina monthly.

How does the vaginal ring help in HIV prevention and care?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The vaginal ring is composed of silicon-containing antiretroviral medication known as Dapivirine.

Can the removal of a vaginal ring affect the menstruation?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

What are the chances of conception after copper IUD removal?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

Is spotting after sex normal with a birth control ring?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your complaint is about post-intercourse spotting with birth control vaginal ring and then period-like pain, so you are asking about the possibility of injury.

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Dr. Uzma Arqam

Worried about past NuvaRing vaginitis. Advice?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It might be due to an allergy to the ring and had lead to some infection.

What are the benefits and side-effects of vaginal rings?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do understand your concern. Vaginal rings are hormonal contraceptives that contain estrogen and progestin.

How to make sure that I am suffering from toxic shock syndrome?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me first tell you to just relax. If you really had toxic shock syndrome, as the name suggests you will have toxic features and admitted to the hospital with shock.

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