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Paragard 17 months. last cycle very light. 2 days just tip of tampon now having cramps everyday and bleeding after red only feel one string. normal?

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Probably: If you can feel a string, the iud is likely ok. The iud will not affect your cycles.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/27/2014

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A member asked:

Paragard 17 months. last cycle very light. 2 days just tip of tampon now having cramps everyday and bleeding after red only feel one string. normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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