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I've had the mirena (levonorgestrel) for over a year and never got my period nor spotted. until recently i have been spotting, is this normal? could i be pregnant?

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Dr. Juan Richiusa answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

This could be normal: Sometimes the Mirena (levonorgestrel) may move and cause some bleeding. There is always the possibility of pregnancy is always there. You don't stop ovulating with the iud.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/10/2017

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A member asked:

I've had the mirena (levonorgestrel) for over a year and never got my period nor spotted. until recently i have been spotting, is this normal? could i be pregnant?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Juan Richiusa answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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