Stress Hormones and IUDs



Status:Recruiting
Conditions:Contraception, Contraception
Therapuetic Areas:Reproductive
Healthy:No
Age Range:18 - 39
Updated:6/2/2018
Start Date:April 16, 2018
End Date:December 2019
Contact:Women's Health Research Unit Confidential Recruitment Line
Email:whru@ohsu.edu
Phone:503-494-3666

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Trial Summary
Trial Overview
Inclusion Criteria

Effect of Initiation of Intrauterine Contraception on Hair Cortisol Concentration

Determine what kind of side effects women experience in the first year after they start using
an intrauterine device.

The purpose of this study is to find out if there is a difference in levels of stress
hormones in women who use copper or hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs). This study will
provide more information on the potential effect of levonorgestrel intrauterine system
(LNG-IUS) use on an individual's stress response. Ultimately, this study hopes to provide
data to better counsel women on potential mood effects of the LNG-IUS. From a research and
clinical management perspective, hair cortisol may provide a tool to evaluate women at risk
for discontinuation of hormonal contraception due to concern of mood symptoms.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Generally healthy

- Age 18-39 years

- Regular menstrual cycles

- Getting an IUD for the purpose of contraception

Exclusion Criteria:

- History of mood disorders

- BMI less than 18.5 or greater than 35

- Chronic medical conditions

- Recently pregnant or lactating
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3181 Southwest Sam Jackson Park Road
Portland, Oregon 97239
503 494-8311
Phone: 503-494-3666
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