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

Answered 3/2/2020

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