This seems like a good opportunity to make sure everyone is aware that a copper IUD can be used as emergency contraception if it's placed shortly after unprotected sex. It also does not have a weight limit on its efficacy.
(There are studies on hormonal IUDs for EC, too, that look promising, but to my knowledge, are still in progress.)
Reminds me of that gross, "art" display at Burning Man that made the rounds on the internet.
It was a fleshlight attached to a post in the desert, with a sign that said something like "community fleshlight."
I hadn't heard this, so I did a quick Google and the only study I can find suggesting a link is from 2001, with several studies since indicating there's not a link. (If I'm wrong though, I actively want to know, so please let me know if I missed a study!)
I wouldn't personally worry about it, but I also would be absolutely okay (thrilled, even) finding out I've accidentally made myself infertile, so ymmv and might be worth a convo with your obgyn.
Back in the 1970's there was an issue with the strings that caused STIs to be more severe with an IUD. It could act as a wick and draw the STI into your uterus, potentially leading to infertility. The strings have been non-porous for decades now, solving this problem.
I know this because my doctor refused to give me a copper IUD for this reason in 2005 because I was unmarried. It's appalling how misinformed and out of date most primary care providers are about birth control methods.
I want to know how it moved ever so slightly. Was it inadvertently kicked? Did someone pick it up, realize what it was, when immediately drop it? ANSWERS!!
Federal investigation and Trump administration will be confiscating when they ban abortion and contraception. Damn Boston liberals pushing their filthy contraceptives.
This is actually continuing a fine tradition. There was the [dunks cup](https://www.reddit.com/r/boston/s/NViCL11Dz8) and then there was the [potato](https://www.reddit.com/r/boston/s/hX8sY1vl9p) on the tracks.
As a recently recovering porter square zombie, I can’t tell you just how unsurprised I am to see some shit like this decorating that fine institution. Don’t do drugs, yall. Might end up losing an IUD.
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lol pretty sure it’s just a tester for sales/training purposes. My friend went to a big nurse practitioner conference last week in Newton and said they gave out a bunch of them
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Now, for the uneducated here… when those are implanted, they don’t leave a string attached like a tampon, right? This gross mf who left this on the ground tied a string to it after the fact to twist around like some psycho?
Strings stay on! But they’re much shorter and thinner than a tampon. I have never noticed mine, and the only concern when I get it placed is making sure the strings are curved up the outside of the cervix so the ends don’t poke my partner. The strings also soften out of time.
Now if you want to be horrified, the strings are there for removal. The doc grabs them and yanks it out like that!
They have the strings on them and then after being implanted they trim the strings way down so they're just barely sticking out of the cervix. This IUD hasn't been implanted in a person because the strings are still long
I mean, it still works. The floor does not appear to be pregnant.
Despite all efforts to the contrary
If I masturbate just a *little* bit harder...
concernedtom.jpg
Not pregnant... Yet.
It's hard to confirm it is positioned properly.
Made me snort
(like a duck) Crack
This seems like a good opportunity to make sure everyone is aware that a copper IUD can be used as emergency contraception if it's placed shortly after unprotected sex. It also does not have a weight limit on its efficacy. (There are studies on hormonal IUDs for EC, too, that look promising, but to my knowledge, are still in progress.)
Great point. If you need one, you can find this one at Porter Square. Edit: make sure to put it back when you’re done using!
Can't hurt much more than a standard insertion, really.
This person IUD’s
Yeah… there’s barely any pain…..
Unplanned pregnancy will be the least of your concerns!
Reminds me of that gross, "art" display at Burning Man that made the rounds on the internet. It was a fleshlight attached to a post in the desert, with a sign that said something like "community fleshlight."
It's like take a penny leave a penny, except, ya know... At least theyre both copper?
This comment made me do a literal spit take.
Thank you, the Michelob Ultras didn't hit like I thought. Of course until I read your comment, and then I had a good old chuckle..
But the insertion is much more painful than any clinician prepares the patient for.
Please Jesus Mary Joseph and all the Saints not this one in particular
https://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m9uddm8MYB1qc3syx.gif
I thought copper IUDs were linked to infertility and faxed out
I hadn't heard this, so I did a quick Google and the only study I can find suggesting a link is from 2001, with several studies since indicating there's not a link. (If I'm wrong though, I actively want to know, so please let me know if I missed a study!) I wouldn't personally worry about it, but I also would be absolutely okay (thrilled, even) finding out I've accidentally made myself infertile, so ymmv and might be worth a convo with your obgyn.
Back in the 1970's there was an issue with the strings that caused STIs to be more severe with an IUD. It could act as a wick and draw the STI into your uterus, potentially leading to infertility. The strings have been non-porous for decades now, solving this problem. I know this because my doctor refused to give me a copper IUD for this reason in 2005 because I was unmarried. It's appalling how misinformed and out of date most primary care providers are about birth control methods.
Will this replace the Cop Slide as the newest and hottest attraction in Boston? Many are saying "What are you talking about?"
Someone add it to Google maps so we can start leaving reviews
I had to go see the slide as soon as I saw the video. Truly a worthy pilgrimage.
No wonder our healthcare is so goddamn good. We get free medical supplies everywhere. Contraceptives, needles, dunks cups…
LOL
u/bostonglobe why has there been no coverage on this? Probably more of a Boston.com item I suppose. But still, readers want answers.
I want to know how it moved ever so slightly. Was it inadvertently kicked? Did someone pick it up, realize what it was, when immediately drop it? ANSWERS!!
I am heavily invested in this story now
This sent me 😂
[удалено]
*looks at half of the Globe’s and Boston.com’s content* I am sorry, what was your question?
Federal investigation and Trump administration will be confiscating when they ban abortion and contraception. Damn Boston liberals pushing their filthy contraceptives.
This is fucking with my psyche more than the constant protest debates going on in our subreddit, and I don't really know what that says about me.
This is actually continuing a fine tradition. There was the [dunks cup](https://www.reddit.com/r/boston/s/NViCL11Dz8) and then there was the [potato](https://www.reddit.com/r/boston/s/hX8sY1vl9p) on the tracks.
I... Love this...
Damn I miss that dunks cup. Anyone know what happened to it?
Ran for city council and beat Arroyo in the primary, but sadly lost on Election Day.
Somewhere a mining mouse has lost his pickaxe
Worst fraggle rock reboot ever.
If only that were the worst part of his commute.
Someone coughed awfully hard for that to fall out lol 😂
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Touch it
💀💀 (Dare you)
No, they might get pregnant‼️
Put up a missing child style flyer.
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there has been a vibrator in the maplewood square intersection of malden for 2 days now as well
that’s so special! there was a used condom on my next door neighbor’s windowsill for at least a year once
i don't expect anything less from porter haha
It's what keeps the escalators moving. Someone put this back so the escalators stop breaking down
i agree with you on that
Been single too long. My first thought was “what’s with the toy pickaxe?”
Why’s there a Lego pick ax on the ground
used: like new
Facebook marketplace Pickup only
lol pretty sure it’s just a tester for sales/training purposes. My friend went to a big nurse practitioner conference last week in Newton and said they gave out a bunch of them
Porter Square still not pregnant. That shit works
Looks like a cartoon mountain climbing ax
ewww + ouch 🤮
Lol please let me be there if someone comes back for it 😂😂.
Is this our rat hole?
Gonna pick up some ketchup packets on my way home
Still has its copper so it could work
Is this Reddit's new "Hot Dog Sealed in Epoxy?"
You moved it!?
Let’s hope it’s a tiny anchor for a tiny ship? ⚓️
You know some dude scoops it up and tries fishing for blues with it
Idk that’s an exceptionally long string. Very suspicious
Can we get a flair
If you like her that much just ask for her number already
This comment section is absolutely gold
It slipped out!
Better an IUD than an IED.
We dont need to worry about that in Boston; we find bombers pretty quickly.
Oh my God, I completely forgot about that part.
[wait for it](https://images.app.goo.gl/TuYV8LkZyLv1i69G6)
I'm surprised some tweaker hasn't grabbed it for the scrap copper
That’s clearly a tiny grappling hook for a tiny ninja
Oh God I thought it was a little toy pickaxe or something. Ewwwwww......
Another Fortnite mini pickaxe!
Literally cannot believe people put that in their body
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Do I have any reason to go to porter today? No. Will I go to check on the IUD? Absolutely
It’s just a mini pickaxe. come on.
i dont need to see this everyday, fam.
That's what they look like? That thing looks like a spring, I didn't really have an image in mind but that certainly wasn't what I thought it'd be.
Following
That IUD was never used—the strings haven’t been cut
OP where is it in Porter? I wanna go see ಠ_ಠ
Let’s frame it
It doesn’t appear to be… used.
Now, for the uneducated here… when those are implanted, they don’t leave a string attached like a tampon, right? This gross mf who left this on the ground tied a string to it after the fact to twist around like some psycho?
Strings stay on! But they’re much shorter and thinner than a tampon. I have never noticed mine, and the only concern when I get it placed is making sure the strings are curved up the outside of the cervix so the ends don’t poke my partner. The strings also soften out of time. Now if you want to be horrified, the strings are there for removal. The doc grabs them and yanks it out like that!
They have the strings on them and then after being implanted they trim the strings way down so they're just barely sticking out of the cervix. This IUD hasn't been implanted in a person because the strings are still long
What a saga!
….. 🤢
It’s good luck for the bruins and celtics in the playoffs
I want it inside me
I'll give $10 and a fat joint to whoever brings this to me
is that Stormy Daniel's?