Various TikTokers are creating videos claiming their IUDs caused liver failure, autoimmune issues, or a host of other medical problems. Are these side effects as common as they seem online? “We want to respect our patients and not make decisions for them,” Dr. Jenny Wu said. “We are really having to address these questions around mistrust and distrust with hormonal birth control.” In a recent study, TikTok videos tagged with #IUD were found to be more negative than positive. Women who interact with these posts are more likely to report intentions to stop using birth control. However, non-hormonal birth control methods like the “natural rhythm” method are far less effective than the IUD or the pill, which are close to 99% effective. (Salon)
TikTok Full Of Birth Control Misinformation
Nov 25, 2024 | 7:05 PM