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A 25-year-old female asked:

i had the mirena (levonorgestrel) iud inserted 8 months ago and i'm still spotting every day. bleeding gets worse after intercourse. is this normal?

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Dr. Walter Kobasa answered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 37 years experience

yes: Not uncommon to have spotting with the mirena (levonorgestrel). Some times after intercourse you can have heavier spotting. If contiues get checked.

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