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Should i wear a condom with mirena (levonorgestrel)?

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Yes: The Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud is very effective at pregnancy prevention. However, only condoms protect against stds. If stds are a concern to you, you should use condoms in addition to the Mirena (levonorgestrel) iud.

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/21/2017

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