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IUD Removal in Narangba

 Whether your IUD is approaching its replacement date, you’re planning a pregnancy or you simply wish to stop using it, removal is generally a quick and straightforward procedure.

At Narangba Station Health Centre, IUD removal is provided by Dr Emira Sharizan, a female GP with a special interest in women’s health. The procedure is performed in the privacy of a consulting room, where your doctor will explain what to expect, answer any questions and help you feel comfortable throughout the process.

We welcome both new and existing patients from Narangba and across the Moreton Bay region, with no referral required. If you’re ready to have your IUD removed or would like to discuss your contraceptive options, you can book an appointment online or call our friendly reception team on (07) 3521 5523.

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IUD Insertion (Coming Soon)

Currently, we are able to provide IUD removal services with IUD insertion available soon.

How IUD Removal Works

IUD removal is a relatively straightforward appointment. Dr Emira will start with a quick consultation to explain the procedure, and the IUD is removed with your informed consent. Your doctor can also discuss or advise on alternative contraception plans before removal. 

1. Consultation

Your doctor will review your medical history, IUD type and insertion date, along with your reasons for removal and any future contraception or pregnancy plans.

2. Planning

Discuss any pain, bleeding or unusual discharge with your doctor. They can also advise on contraception options and pain relief before removal.

3. Consent

Your doctor will explain the procedure, answer your questions and ask for your consent before proceeding. You can request to stop at any time.

4. Removal

Your doctor will gently insert a speculum and grasp the IUD threads  to carefully remove the device. The procedure usually takes just a few minutes.

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Common reasons to have an IUD removed:

01

Your IUD has reached its expiry date.

Each IUD is approved for a set number of years. The length depends on the type and brand and your doctor can help you work out when yours is due for removal.

02

You want to become pregnant.

An IUD can be removed at any time if you decide to try for a baby. During your  appointment, your doctor can also talk with you about preparing for pregnancy.

03

You have side effects or concerns.

Occasionally, patients have heavy bleeding, pain or other symptoms they find hard to live with. Others have concerns about the position of the IUD.

04

You are changing contraception or approaching menopause.

Sometimes, patients may choose a different contraception method, or you may no longer need contraception. Your doctor can talk through the timing of removal with you in confidence.

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Fees & Medicare

The fee for IUD removal depends on the type and length of your appointment. It can also vary with the time of day you attend. A Medicare rebate may apply if you are eligible.

Narangba Station Health Centre is a mixed-billing practice. Our reception team can confirm the current fee when you book.

Call reception on (07) 3521 5523 or see our fees page for current information.

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How to prepare?

A little preparation helps your appointment go smoothly. Before you come in, we suggest you:

  • Eat normally and drink water.
  • Wear comfortable clothing.
  • Note the type of IUD you have.
  • Note when the IUD was fitted.
  • Write down any symptoms.
  • Ask your doctor about pain relief.

Why Choose NSHC?

Narangba Station Health Centre offers IUD removal in a private, welcoming setting. Our GPs, specialists and allied health practitioners work together under one roof which means that if you need other care, such as cervical screening or contraception advice, our team can help you arrange this directly with you.

Some reasons patients choose our health centre:

New Patients Welcome
Same Day Appointments
Available After Hours & Sunday
On-Site Free Parking
Mixed Billing Practice
On-Site Blood Tests & Pathology
Local Pharmacy Next Door
First Class Healthcare

After Your Removal

Once the IUD is out, your doctor will check that you feel well before you leave. Many people can go home and return to normal activities soon after the removal whilst some patients may feel light-headed or crampy for a short period of time. Please inform our team if you feel unwell at any stage during the appointment.

Your doctor will talk with you about what to expect and about the contraception plan you have chosen. Light bleeding or spotting for a few days can happen. However, if you have heavy bleeding, fever, severe pain or unusual discharge in the days or weeks after removal, contact the please clinic. For all emergencies, call 000.

Side Effects & Safety

IUD removal is a common procedure, however, like any procedure, it can cause side effects in some patients. The most common side effects include:

  • Cramping or period-like pain during removal.
  • Light bleeding or spotting.
  • Feeling dizzy or faint.

In rarer cases, infection or injury to the uterus may occur. The IUD may also sit in an unusual position which makes removal harder. In this case, your doctor may suggest an ultrasound or a referral to a specialist.

IUD Removal FAQs

Questions about IUD removal? We know it can feel personal. We keep the process calm, private and well explained. Here are some of the questions we hear most often.

No you do not need a GP referral for this service. Patients may book an IUD removal appointment directly with our doctors

We do, however, welcome referral from other GPs and ask for patients who have been referred to please bring the referral with you or ask your GP to send it to us before your appointment.

For all patients who have been referred to our clinic, our doctor may still want to talk with you before removal which helps them confirm the type of IUD you have and the best timing for you.

The removal of the IUD itself usually takes only a few minutes.

Your appointment, however, will be longer than that as your doctor will provide a consultation before the procedure whilst also checking how you feel afterwards. 

Currently, our clinic only provides IUD removal services. Your doctor can talk with you about other contraception options or, if you would like a replacement IUD, your doctor can refer you to a provider who fits them.

Yes. For many people, fertility returns soon after an IUD is removed.

This is why it is important to plan your contraception before removal. If you do not want to become pregnant, your doctor can talk with you about which method to start and when.

If you do want to become pregnant, your doctor can talk with you about preparing for pregnancy.

Sometimes the threads are short, curled up or hidden inside the uterus. If your doctor cannot see them clearly to remove the IUD safely, they may suggest an ultrasound to find the IUD.

Eat normally, wear comfortable clothing and write down your questions. If you know the type of IUD you have and when it was fitted, bring those details.

If you do not want to become pregnant, avoid unprotected sex in the days before removal and talk with your doctor about alternative contraception.

You may also ask your doctor about any pain relief you can take before your visit.

Yes. An IUD can be removed at any point in your cycle.  Your doctor will advise you on the best timing, based on your situation and your contraception plans.

Each type of IUD has a set lifespan and the length of time depends on whether it is a hormonal or copper IUD, and also on the brand.

Please check the card you were given when your IUD was fitted or bring any further information to your appointment if you have it.

If you do not have the card, please inform your doctor when and where the IUD was fitted so they can assist you with working out the next steps.

Cramping, light bleeding or spotting for a few days is common.

You should contact us or see a doctor if you have heavy bleeding, fever, severe or worsening pain, or unusual discharge after removal.

Call reception on (07) 3521 5523 during opening hours. In an emergency, call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Contact & Bookings

To make an appointment, please call reception or use our online booking system via the button below. You can also visit our contact page to see further details about our location and directions.

Bookings are available from as early as 7AM on weekdays and Saturday. We are also open Sunday mornings, plus late on Monday and Wednesday evenings until 8:00PM.

  • Shop 3 & 4, 32-36 Main Street, Narangba QLD, 4504.

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Can’t find us? – We are situated across the road from Narangba Train Station next to the Narangba Village shopping complex. Look for signs for Narangba Health Centre and IGA.

Serving patients across Narangba and surrounding Moreton Bay suburbs, including Burpengary, Morayfield, Dakabin, North Lakes, Kallangur, Deception Bay, Caboolture, Petrie, Moorina, Kurwongbah and Mango Hill.

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