Does an IUD cause vaginal discharge?
On One Hand: IUD Can Cause DischargeAn IUD (intrauterine device) can cause an abnormal discharge. Planned Parenthood encourages women to get immediate medical attention if they experience discharge from an IUD.On the Other: Discharge Has Other CausesVaginal discharge can be caused by other factors, like douching and using other feminine hygiene products, antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes and infections like bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections and trichomoniasis, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians.Bottom LineUsing an intrauterine device can lead to an abnormal discharge from the vagina, but other conditions and other products also can lead to vaginal discharge.
