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I have had iud marina for almost 4yrs & am now experiencing cramping does this mean its starting to wear off? no blood just severe cramps please help

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Dr. Arthur Ollendorff answered

Mirena (levonorgestrel): It is not unusual to have the symptoms you describe as you the end of the mirena's life expectancy. The Mirena (levonorgestrel) is still effective for the full 5 years.

Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

I have had iud marina for almost 4yrs & am now experiencing cramping does this mean its starting to wear off? no blood just severe cramps please help

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arthur Ollendorff answered

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